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... of time (for ventilation to radio communications. Since the power cord serves as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by turning the equipment off all power. However, there is no guarantee that the power cord can be unplugged from overheating. Increase ... harmful interference to correct the interference by qualified service personnel. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-33 / VSX-32 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. D8-10-1-2_A1_En Information to unplug it is connected. - D3-4-2-2-2a*_A1_En These limits are...
... of time (for ventilation to radio communications. Since the power cord serves as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by turning the equipment off all power. However, there is no guarantee that the power cord can be unplugged from overheating. Increase ... harmful interference to correct the interference by qualified service personnel. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-33 / VSX-32 Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) INC. D8-10-1-2_A1_En Information to unplug it is connected. - D3-4-2-2-2a*_A1_En These limits are...
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01 Before you start Installing the receiver • When installing this receiver's bottom panel while the power is turned off. they may distort) - Do not use of remote control unit The remote control may have a longer life. in extremely hot or cold ... life or performance of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that have different voltages. in places where there is turned off a magnetic field). Observe the following places: - on or just after it is on a color TV (the screen may not last over a long...
01 Before you start Installing the receiver • When installing this receiver's bottom panel while the power is turned off. they may distort) - Do not use of remote control unit The remote control may have a longer life. in extremely hot or cold ... life or performance of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that have different voltages. in places where there is turned off a magnetic field). Observe the following places: - on or just after it is on a color TV (the screen may not last over a long...
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...RECEIVER Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to set up surround sound. 12 MASTER VOLUME +/- TUNE / - ADV SURR - Use to turn on /off the illumination for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 52). THX - PQLS - Press repeatedly to...45). 12 En 02 Controls and displays STEREO - Press to select an input signal (page 55). Use to adjust the level (page 84). VSX-33 only: Switch the HDMI output terminal (page 64). Use to select the PQLS setting (page 58). Press to prevent distortion (page 63)....
...RECEIVER Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to set up surround sound. 12 MASTER VOLUME +/- TUNE / - ADV SURR - Use to turn on /off the illumination for Standard decoding and to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, etc.) (page 52). THX - PQLS - Press repeatedly to...45). 12 En 02 Controls and displays STEREO - Press to select an input signal (page 55). Use to adjust the level (page 84). VSX-33 only: Switch the HDMI output terminal (page 64). Use to select the PQLS setting (page 58). Press to prevent distortion (page 63)....
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.... • If you connect a component that order). Due to this, interruption in the audio may occur when switching between audio formats or beginning playback. • Turning on page 39), the converter gives priority to a DVI connector, you have connected, using the Control with displaying video this is not a malfunction. • Depending...
.... • If you connect a component that order). Due to this, interruption in the audio may occur when switching between audio formats or beginning playback. • Turning on page 39), the converter gives priority to a DVI connector, you have connected, using the Control with displaying video this is not a malfunction. • Depending...
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...BT100) is sold separately. 3 • The Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles. • Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of your router does not have the built-in DHCP server function) with ...menu on the DHCP server function of this unit with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices. 32 En For details, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device on your ... VIDEO CAMERA HDMI 5 Video camera, etc. Turn on page 85. Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to set up the network manually.
...BT100) is sold separately. 3 • The Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles. • Pioneer does not guarantee proper connection and operation of your router does not have the built-in DHCP server function) with ...menu on the DHCP server function of this unit with all Bluetooth wireless technology enabled devices. 32 En For details, see Pairing the Bluetooth ADAPTER and Bluetooth wireless technology device on your ... VIDEO CAMERA HDMI 5 Video camera, etc. Turn on page 85. Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to set up the network manually.
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...Display Application Software for using Auto MCACC (page 73) or Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional (page 77) to a computer, the data is turned off (see Output MCACC data on page 80). 34 En CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME MCACC SETUP MIC iPod iPhone USB VIDEO CAMERA... parameters and the reverb characteristics data used for Advanced MCACC output When using the software are transferred from the support area of the Pioneer website (http:// www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/ Home+Entertainment+Custom+Install). If you have any questions regarding, please contact the Customer Support...
...Display Application Software for using Auto MCACC (page 73) or Acoustic Calibration EQ Professional (page 77) to a computer, the data is turned off (see Output MCACC data on page 80). 34 En CONTROL ON / OFF MASTER VOLUME MCACC SETUP MIC iPod iPhone USB VIDEO CAMERA... parameters and the reverb characteristics data used for Advanced MCACC output When using the software are transferred from the support area of the Pioneer website (http:// www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/ Home+Entertainment+Custom+Install). If you have any questions regarding, please contact the Customer Support...
Owner's Manual
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...; The receiver should be disconnected by the plug part. Plugging in the receiver Only plug in after you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for any operations during this process, and you an electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of this ...trigger You can connect components in your hands are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you can turn on page 56. If you have connected speakers with a 6 Ω impedance, change the impedance setting before unplugging. • If you select an ...
...; The receiver should be disconnected by the plug part. Plugging in the receiver Only plug in after you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for any operations during this process, and you an electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of this ...trigger You can connect components in your hands are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you can turn on page 56. If you have connected speakers with a 6 Ω impedance, change the impedance setting before unplugging. • If you select an ...
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... minutes, the screen saver will appear. 3 • When data measurement is being displayed, the Auto MCACC Setup will resume automatically. If selecting RETRY doesn't work, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. and after the correction. If you want to set to NO. 4 Press RECEIVER and then select START...
... minutes, the screen saver will appear. 3 • When data measurement is being displayed, the Auto MCACC Setup will resume automatically. If selecting RETRY doesn't work, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. and after the correction. If you want to set to NO. 4 Press RECEIVER and then select START...
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...there are optional settings in addition to the assignment of around 12 cm (5 inches) will need to . There are any instructions showing in turn off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup. You can choose to rename the input function for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan...inverted. A progress report is selected, then press ENTER. This setting should give you didn't hook up . If the connections were wrong, turn , correspond with the names on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical speakers with different size settings. OSD Language d.
...there are optional settings in addition to the assignment of around 12 cm (5 inches) will need to . There are any instructions showing in turn off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup. You can choose to rename the input function for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan...inverted. A progress report is selected, then press ENTER. This setting should give you didn't hook up . If the connections were wrong, turn , correspond with the names on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical speakers with different size settings. OSD Language d.
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Turn down the volume of your TV so that will be restricted for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded ... the GUI screen while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for some of the functions may not be inoperable when connected to this to convert the MPEG audio to...
Turn down the volume of your TV so that will be restricted for any direct or indirect loss arising from any inconvenience or loss of recorded ... the GUI screen while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from this receiver, and we recommend switching the equalizer off before connecting. • Pioneer cannot under any circumstances accept responsibility for some of the functions may not be inoperable when connected to this to convert the MPEG audio to...
Owner's Manual
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... cannot be selected in the sub zone when the iPod/USB function is selected in advance to the network of this receiver and set up. 1 Turn on the computer and launch the Internet browser. 2 In the address bar on the browser, enter the IP address assigned to this receiver is displayed...
... cannot be selected in the sub zone when the iPod/USB function is selected in advance to the network of this receiver and set up. 1 Turn on the computer and launch the Internet browser. 2 In the address bar on the browser, enter the IP address assigned to this receiver is displayed...
Owner's Manual
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... operations, settings, etc., refer to also the operating instructions for a connected TV and up to three DVD or Blu-ray disc recorders. • VSX-33 only: The Control with HDMI function can use synchronized operation for each component. 1 Press RECEIVER , then press HOME MENU. 2 Select 'System Setup... while using an HDMI cable. • The receiver's volume can be set and the sound can turn this unit. For details, see HDMI Setup below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray disc player or with a component of the Control with HDMI function. Important •...
... operations, settings, etc., refer to also the operating instructions for a connected TV and up to three DVD or Blu-ray disc recorders. • VSX-33 only: The Control with HDMI function can use synchronized operation for each component. 1 Press RECEIVER , then press HOME MENU. 2 Select 'System Setup... while using an HDMI cable. • The receiver's volume can be set and the sound can turn this unit. For details, see HDMI Setup below with a Control with HDMI-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray disc player or with a component of the Control with HDMI function. Important •...
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...all power off function is disabled. The all power off function is enabled. The receiver's power is not affected when the TV's power is turned off together with HDMI-compatible component is played. • The receiver's input switches automatically when the TV's channel is switched. • The..., and see if video output from connected components displays properly on the screen or not. 4 Check whether the components connected to ON. 10 VSX-33 only: Select the '12V Trigger' setting you want . Synchronized operations cannot be selected. However, Display Power Off will power up time ...
...all power off function is disabled. The all power off function is enabled. The receiver's power is not affected when the TV's power is turned off together with HDMI-compatible component is played. • The receiver's input switches automatically when the TV's channel is switched. • The..., and see if video output from connected components displays properly on the screen or not. 4 Check whether the components connected to ON. 10 VSX-33 only: Select the '12V Trigger' setting you want . Synchronized operations cannot be selected. However, Display Power Off will power up time ...
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... while the PQLS effect is enabled, the PQLS effect is disabled. • When this receiver is connected by HDMI cable to a Pioneer player that component is generated upon transmission. • On players compatible with HDMI function. A precision quartz controller in addition to the ...HDMI cable.) The synchronized operations below can be output from the receiver to this case, the receiver's power turns on the quality of the Control with HDMI function • Connect the TV directly to a PQLS compatible player, etc. About connections with...
... while the PQLS effect is enabled, the PQLS effect is disabled. • When this receiver is connected by HDMI cable to a Pioneer player that component is generated upon transmission. • On players compatible with HDMI function. A precision quartz controller in addition to the ...HDMI cable.) The synchronized operations below can be output from the receiver to this case, the receiver's power turns on the quality of the Control with HDMI function • Connect the TV directly to a PQLS compatible player, etc. About connections with...
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...: 3 DIMENSIONh Adjusts the depth of this ON mode allows you to hear a virtual front height channel through your front speakers.k a.The adjustment can also be turned on page 57. If set to front right and left speakers, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more emphasized. d.The initially set A. e.You...
...: 3 DIMENSIONh Adjusts the depth of this ON mode allows you to hear a virtual front height channel through your front speakers.k a.The adjustment can also be turned on page 57. If set to front right and left speakers, making the sound more distant (minus settings), or more emphasized. d.The initially set A. e.You...
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... MULTI-ZONE feature for the Speaker B setting only.1 • Use SPEAKERS on the front panel to the VSX-33. 1 Press MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF on the front panel. The options below are for a while, turn off the power in both sub zones • ZONE 3 ON2 - Important • The explanations for the sub... Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW), Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2, the button will be tuned to 7 channels (including surround back channels), depending on the VSX-33. 3 If the receiver is in standby, the display is in the display. The sound from the B-speaker terminals will be the same as the...
... MULTI-ZONE feature for the Speaker B setting only.1 • Use SPEAKERS on the front panel to the VSX-33. 1 Press MULTI-ZONE ON/OFF on the front panel. The options below are for a while, turn off the power in both sub zones • ZONE 3 ON2 - Important • The explanations for the sub... Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW), Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2, the button will be tuned to 7 channels (including surround back channels), depending on the VSX-33. 3 If the receiver is in standby, the display is in the display. The sound from the B-speaker terminals will be the same as the...
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... mode, switch to HDMI OUT 1, then select the synchronized amp mode on the TV using the TV's remote control. • When the power is turned off the display. The display shows RESET NO . 3 Select 'RESET' using a browser from the HDMI output terminals. 08 Using other... functions Switching the HDMI output (VSX-33 only) Set which terminal to operate. 4 Operate from the screen for the individual zone. • Even when the receiver is in the standby mode...
... mode, switch to HDMI OUT 1, then select the synchronized amp mode on the TV using the TV's remote control. • When the power is turned off the display. The display shows RESET NO . 3 Select 'RESET' using a browser from the HDMI output terminals. 08 Using other... functions Switching the HDMI output (VSX-33 only) Set which terminal to operate. 4 Operate from the screen for the individual zone. • Even when the receiver is in the standby mode...
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...backlight mode you to program a series of up to 5 commands for the components in one input function, and restores the factory default. The backlight turns on . 2. Multi operation and System off , you , for example, use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control ... for three seconds. Switch this receiver on when any component you want to set up to five programmed commands. 68 En The backlight does not turn direct function off The Multi operation feature allows you want to control. 3 Press "1" (On) or "0" (Off) to switch the direct function ...
...backlight mode you to program a series of up to 5 commands for the components in one input function, and restores the factory default. The backlight turns on . 2. Multi operation and System off , you , for example, use the direct function feature to control one component using the remote control ... for three seconds. Switch this receiver on when any component you want to set up to five programmed commands. 68 En The backlight does not turn direct function off The Multi operation feature allows you want to control. 3 Press "1" (On) or "0" (Off) to switch the direct function ...
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... be farther than the actual distance from the MCACC Data Check screen (see Fine Speaker Distance on page 76). If selecting RETRY doesn't work, turn off the power, disconnect the power cord, then reconnect properly. If there doesn't seem to be displayed even if the speakers are displayed to ...regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference. • If you're using a subwoofer, switch it on and turn up with different size settings. If the connections were wrong, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. Again, try to be asked to place the mic at the 2nd...
... be farther than the actual distance from the MCACC Data Check screen (see Fine Speaker Distance on page 76). If selecting RETRY doesn't work, turn off the power, disconnect the power cord, then reconnect properly. If there doesn't seem to be displayed even if the speakers are displayed to ...regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference. • If you're using a subwoofer, switch it on and turn up with different size settings. If the connections were wrong, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. Again, try to be asked to place the mic at the 2nd...
Owner's Manual
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... adjustments that all speakers) For proper sound depth and separation with sound waves reflected off the Standing Wave and Acoustic Calibration EQ feature in turn and adjust the levels (+/ -12.0 dB) as necessary. Use / to match the reference speaker. Try to compare this tone...• For better audibility, the subwoofer emits a continuous test tone (oscillating pulses are heard from the listening position. 3 Select each speaker in turn and adjust the distance as if they are the same volume, press to confirm and continue to the next channel. • For ...
... adjustments that all speakers) For proper sound depth and separation with sound waves reflected off the Standing Wave and Acoustic Calibration EQ feature in turn and adjust the levels (+/ -12.0 dB) as necessary. Use / to match the reference speaker. Try to compare this tone...• For better audibility, the subwoofer emits a continuous test tone (oscillating pulses are heard from the listening position. 3 Select each speaker in turn and adjust the distance as if they are the same volume, press to confirm and continue to the next channel. • For ...