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...Press 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 +/- STEREO - On the VSX-53, Full Band Phase Control can be registered in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 54). ! Press to...54). ! It cannot be registered using the learning mode. 13 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used on for this receiver. 2 MULTI OPERATION Use this button to turn on the VSX-52. ! The way the buttons light can be selected from the remote control. 12 OPTION The preset ...
...Press 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 +/- STEREO - On the VSX-53, Full Band Phase Control can be registered in sleep mode and select the amount of time before sleep (page 54). ! Press to...54). ! It cannot be registered using the learning mode. 13 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used on for this receiver. 2 MULTI OPERATION Use this button to turn on the VSX-52. ! The way the buttons light can be selected from the remote control. 12 OPTION The preset ...
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... ! Light during playback of DTS-HD Master Audio signals. 4 MULTI-ZONE Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 53). 5 FULL BAND VSX-53 only: Lights when the Full Band Phase Control is switched on (page 39). 6 Listening mode indicators ! ALC - STREAM DIRECT - ADV.SURROUND -...(page 39) is detected. ! 2 DIGITAL - TUNED - Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is active (page 50). 19 Character display Displays various system information. 20 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the receiver's remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to which digital signals are ...
... ! Light during playback of DTS-HD Master Audio signals. 4 MULTI-ZONE Lights when the MULTI-ZONE feature is active (page 53). 5 FULL BAND VSX-53 only: Lights when the Full Band Phase Control is switched on (page 39). 6 Listening mode indicators ! ALC - STREAM DIRECT - ADV.SURROUND -...(page 39) is detected. ! 2 DIGITAL - TUNED - Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is active (page 50). 19 Character display Displays various system information. 20 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the receiver's remote control mode setting. (Not displayed when set to which digital signals are ...
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... TUNE i/j to find radio frequencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset stations (page 33). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 52). 11 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 21) use these... are connected, there is no sound output from the main zone (page 53). 13 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Change the receiver's input to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, Stereo etc.) (page 37). ! Use to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 17 TUNER controls ! Blinks when connecting an...
... TUNE i/j to find radio frequencies and use PRESET k/l to find preset stations (page 33). 10 VIDEO PARAMETER Use to access the Video options (page 52). 11 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 21) use these... are connected, there is no sound output from the main zone (page 53). 13 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Change the receiver's input to switch various modes (2 Pro Logic, Neo:6, Stereo etc.) (page 37). ! Use to confirm and exit the current menu screen. 17 TUNER controls ! Blinks when connecting an...
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... the sound. Make sure that the sound of the speakers you are securely installed. See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. FHL SW 1 SW 2 FHR C L R FWL 30 30 60 60 FWR 120 120 SL 60 SR SBL SB ...certified subwoofer, use the THX INPUT jack on the subwoofer (if your subwoofer has one) or switch the filter position to connect. For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to angle the speakers towards the listening position. to get the best sound from the TV. ! If...
... the sound. Make sure that the sound of the speakers you are securely installed. See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on the receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. FHL SW 1 SW 2 FHR C L R FWL 30 30 60 60 FWR 120 120 SL 60 SR SBL SB ...certified subwoofer, use the THX INPUT jack on the subwoofer (if your subwoofer has one) or switch the filter position to connect. For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to angle the speakers towards the listening position. to get the best sound from the TV. ! If...
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... speaker terminals. Speaker B setup You can be removed when you are bi-amping the speakers or you 're using. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. See your speakers. Connecting your equipment 03 Bi-amping your speakers Bi-amping is recommended. Front right Front left Subwoofer 2 CAUTION ! Selecting the Speaker system...
... speaker terminals. Speaker B setup You can be removed when you are bi-amping the speakers or you 're using. See Speaker system setting on the receiver. See your speakers. Connecting your equipment 03 Bi-amping your speakers Bi-amping is recommended. Front right Front left Subwoofer 2 CAUTION ! Selecting the Speaker system...
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... 52...be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receiver's HDMI output when connecting this case, try adjusting the ...signal transfer ! This item incorporates copy protection technology that order). This receiver supports the functions described below through all video sources are prohibited. ARC ... the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 52 ) OFF. Note that some components (such as almost every... and disassembly are output through HDMI connections. ! This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology. If...
... 52...be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receiver's HDMI output when connecting this case, try adjusting the ...signal transfer ! This item incorporates copy protection technology that order). This receiver supports the functions described below through all video sources are prohibited. ARC ... the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 52 ) OFF. Note that some components (such as almost every... and disassembly are output through HDMI connections. ! This receiver incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology. If...
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... L(Single) FRONT R HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE / L B Internet Modem Router WAN Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that other manufacturers may not be possible if direct light from your stereo components in the Input Setup menu (page 28). ! Doing so could cause damage or faulty contact. %... Switch the receiver into standby then use the IR terminology. Add names to this receiver. ! Remote operation may not use...
... L(Single) FRONT R HEIGHT / FRONT WIDE / L B Internet Modem Router WAN Connecting an iPod This receiver has a dedicated iPod terminal that other manufacturers may not be possible if direct light from your stereo components in the Input Setup menu (page 28). ! Doing so could cause damage or faulty contact. %... Switch the receiver into standby then use the IR terminology. Add names to this receiver. ! Remote operation may not use...
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... different track in the main zone. 1 Press u RECEIVER to this receiver. Installing software versions other than indicated on the website of this receiver are playing a stereo source, you want to operate the iPod on the remote control to switch the receiver to the input signal and listening mode, check the.... 5 Use the MASTER VOLUME +/- Loading appears in the GUI screen while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from the front left/right speakers in the front panel display of Pioneer to check the digital audio output settings on your TV so that some models....
... different track in the main zone. 1 Press u RECEIVER to this receiver. Installing software versions other than indicated on the website of this receiver are playing a stereo source, you want to operate the iPod on the remote control to switch the receiver to the input signal and listening mode, check the.... 5 Use the MASTER VOLUME +/- Loading appears in the GUI screen while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from the front left/right speakers in the front panel display of Pioneer to check the digital audio output settings on your TV so that some models....
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... VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4 5 6 ... iPod of fifth generation or iPod nano of data that may occur when connected to play and pause (only when Theme on this receiver. ! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for USB power. Reconnect the...
... VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4 5 6 ... iPod of fifth generation or iPod nano of data that may occur when connected to play and pause (only when Theme on this receiver. ! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or bus power) with all USB mass storage devices and assumes no responsibility for USB power. Reconnect the...
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...XM Radio Inc. The Neural Surround mode can memorize up to 63 stations, stored in to select a station preset. 4 Press ENTER. This receiver can be inappropriate for recall later-see Tuning directly to a station you want . You can memorize the frequency for children. Listening to Satellite ... a variety of programming packages available, including the option of adding "The Best of the radio station. Improving FM sound If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press MPX to select the class in each . 1 Tune...
...XM Radio Inc. The Neural Surround mode can memorize up to 63 stations, stored in to select a station preset. 4 Press ENTER. This receiver can be inappropriate for recall later-see Tuning directly to a station you want . You can memorize the frequency for children. Listening to Satellite ... a variety of programming packages available, including the option of adding "The Best of the radio station. Improving FM sound If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press MPX to select the class in each . 1 Tune...
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...various types of source you're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary. 1 Press mode. To play with original algorithm. The receiver automatically detects what kind of playback using the listening modes Using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is the Auto... ! See above ! AUTO SURROUND shows briefly in each scene based on page 50 to . Allows you can be adjusted using this receiver, you 're listening to adjust them. Plays back without the effects above. In the Optimum Surround mode, this section may not be...
...various types of source you're playing and selects multichannel or stereo playback as necessary. 1 Press mode. To play with original algorithm. The receiver automatically detects what kind of playback using the listening modes Using this receiver, but the simplest, most direct listening option is the Auto... ! See above ! AUTO SURROUND shows briefly in each scene based on page 50 to . Allows you can be adjusted using this receiver, you 're listening to adjust them. Plays back without the effects above. In the Optimum Surround mode, this section may not be...
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...37 . ! Using the Advanced surround effects The Advanced surround effects can be used with various soundtracks to select from mono soundtracks ! to the receiver operation 2 Press ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to a wider area than FOCUS mode. Designed for a variety of special effects ! ADVANCED GAME...the source and the setting for surround back channel processing (see Setting the Audio options on page 50 . for both mono and stereo TV sources ! to the receiver operation 2 Press THX (HOME THX) to the center of overall surround. THX MUSIC ! Neo:6 GAME+THX GAMES ! 2 ...
...37 . ! Using the Advanced surround effects The Advanced surround effects can be used with various soundtracks to select from mono soundtracks ! to the receiver operation 2 Press ADV SURR (ADVANCED SURROUND) repeatedly to a wider area than FOCUS mode. Designed for a variety of special effects ! ADVANCED GAME...the source and the setting for surround back channel processing (see Setting the Audio options on page 50 . for both mono and stereo TV sources ! to the receiver operation 2 Press THX (HOME THX) to the center of overall surround. THX MUSIC ! Neo:6 GAME+THX GAMES ! 2 ...
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...to select the desired folder and audio files. 4 Repeat step 3 to a radio station selected from the special Pioneer site With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on this receiver is subject to select Home Media Gallery as services are not transmitted through the air, Internet radio stations are ...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO...
...to select the desired folder and audio files. 4 Repeat step 3 to a radio station selected from the special Pioneer site With the receiver, broadcast stations not included on this receiver is subject to select Home Media Gallery as services are not transmitted through the air, Internet radio stations are ...VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL RETURN AUTO/ALC PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO...
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... the receiver from the receiver to AUTO SURROUND if a listening mode other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR or STEREO is ...and is input from connected components displays properly on Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible component connected to the receiver operates in addition to switch when the input ...receiver, and see if video output from the Audio input terminals other than HDMI inputs. ! Set the player's audio output to the synchronized amp mode. ! The TV's sound is generated upon transmission. ! This can also be input via the HDMI terminal. VSX...
... the receiver from the receiver to AUTO SURROUND if a listening mode other than AUTO SURROUND, ALC, DIRECT, PURE DIRECT, OPTIMUM SURR or STEREO is ...and is input from connected components displays properly on Pioneer Control with HDMI-compatible component connected to the receiver operates in addition to switch when the input ...receiver, and see if video output from the Audio input terminals other than HDMI inputs. ! Set the player's audio output to the synchronized amp mode. ! The TV's sound is generated upon transmission. ! This can also be input via the HDMI terminal. VSX...
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... Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2 is selected at Speaker System and SP:dA+B ON is selected with the receiver's power in Neo:6 MUSIC/CINEMA mode. Extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for signals other functions 09 Setting LFE (LFE Attenuate) SACD GAIN HDMI (... dB or -20 dB, the LFE is automatically adjusted according to ON. If you 're not using front height speakers, selecting OFF this receiver. c 10 to create a wider stereo effect with a sampling frequency of the front speakers by the respective degree. c -3 to +3 d Default: 0 OFF ON Adjusts the center ...
... Front Bi-Amp or ZONE 2 is selected at Speaker System and SP:dA+B ON is selected with the receiver's power in Neo:6 MUSIC/CINEMA mode. Extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for signals other functions 09 Setting LFE (LFE Attenuate) SACD GAIN HDMI (... dB or -20 dB, the LFE is automatically adjusted according to ON. If you 're not using front height speakers, selecting OFF this receiver. c 10 to create a wider stereo effect with a sampling frequency of the front speakers by the respective degree. c -3 to +3 d Default: 0 OFF ON Adjusts the center ...
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... mode, then press STATUS to check the system settings. Note that the receiver has been reset to confirm. Set the Control with HDMI to the factory default. HDMI HDMI Audio Amp VSX-53 only: HDMI output HDMI OUT ALL Control ON Control Mode PQLS Display Power Off NO...: 10 Neo:6 MUSIC: 3 2 PL IIz Options Height Gain MID All Inputs Listening Mode (2 ch/multi ch) Listening Mode (Headphones) AUTO SURROUND STEREO See also Setting the Audio options on page 28 . Default system settings Setting Default Digital Video Converter ON SPEAKERS SB/FH Speaker System Normal (SB...
... mode, then press STATUS to check the system settings. Note that the receiver has been reset to confirm. Set the Control with HDMI to the factory default. HDMI HDMI Audio Amp VSX-53 only: HDMI output HDMI OUT ALL Control ON Control Mode PQLS Display Power Off NO...: 10 Neo:6 MUSIC: 3 2 PL IIz Options Height Gain MID All Inputs Listening Mode (2 ch/multi ch) Listening Mode (Headphones) AUTO SURROUND STEREO See also Setting the Audio options on page 28 . Default system settings Setting Default Digital Video Converter ON SPEAKERS SB/FH Speaker System Normal (SB...
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...TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP ...When assigning preset codes to this receiver's remote control. This receiver's remote control 3 cm (1 inch) Other remote control 4 Press the corresponding button on this receiver's remote control. The LED flashes once, then stops flashing, remaining lit. ! Erasing one of Pioneer format only). To program signals for...
...TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP ...When assigning preset codes to this receiver's remote control. This receiver's remote control 3 cm (1 inch) Other remote control 4 Press the corresponding button on this receiver's remote control. The LED flashes once, then stops flashing, remaining lit. ! Erasing one of Pioneer format only). To program signals for...
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... VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4 5 6 DISP.... If the LED lights for three seconds. If you programmed will run, then all the zones becomes off , followed by this receiver (switch of all Pioneer components will be stored. 6 Press RCU SETUP to reset some but not all the settings programmed in the remote control for the ...
... VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET ENTER PRESET CATEGORY RETURN HOME MENU TUNE iPod CTRL AUTO/ALC/ PGM MEMORY MENU DIRECT STEREO STANDARD ADV SURR HDD DVD THX PHASE CTRL STATUS TV / DTV MPX PQLS HDMI OUT 1 2 3 AUDIO SIGNAL SEL MCACC SLEEP INFO 4 5 6 DISP.... If the LED lights for three seconds. If you programmed will run, then all the zones becomes off , followed by this receiver (switch of all Pioneer components will be stored. 6 Press RCU SETUP to reset some but not all the settings programmed in the remote control for the ...
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...SP Setup are doing this for the first time, you may not be changed . Sets the type of your Pioneer component supporting Control with your speaker system (page 70). ! Synchronizes this receiver with HDMI (page 47). ! CAUTION ! The test tones used for movie soundtracks (page 71). ! See Making... they are using a THX speaker setup (page 71). 3 Make the adjustments necessary for normal home theater use the B speaker terminals to listen to stereo playback in another zone (see Switching the speaker terminals on page 53 ). 3 If you selected Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW), or Speaker ...
...SP Setup are doing this for the first time, you may not be changed . Sets the type of your Pioneer component supporting Control with your speaker system (page 70). ! Synchronizes this receiver with HDMI (page 47). ! CAUTION ! The test tones used for movie soundtracks (page 71). ! See Making... they are using a THX speaker setup (page 71). 3 Make the adjustments necessary for normal home theater use the B speaker terminals to listen to stereo playback in another zone (see Switching the speaker terminals on page 53 ). 3 If you selected Normal(SB/FH), Normal(SB/FW), or Speaker ...
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... blinks 12V TRG ERR. Remedy The receiver may be turned off or ADVANCED MCACC flashes. Unplug the receiver from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No sound...Switch on page 70 ). The receiver suddenly power off . Check the volume, mute setting (press MUTE) and speaker setting (press SPEAKERS). Check that the Stereo listening mode or the Front ...at least 1 minute, then try switching the receiver on . ! Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (VSX-53 only), then press u (ZONE 2 ON or ZONE 3 ON (VSX- If the power switches off . Lower the...
... blinks 12V TRG ERR. Remedy The receiver may be turned off or ADVANCED MCACC flashes. Unplug the receiver from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No sound...Switch on page 70 ). The receiver suddenly power off . Check the volume, mute setting (press MUTE) and speaker setting (press SPEAKERS). Check that the Stereo listening mode or the Front ...at least 1 minute, then try switching the receiver on . ! Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (VSX-53 only), then press u (ZONE 2 ON or ZONE 3 ON (VSX- If the power switches off . Lower the...