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...CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-918V VSX-818V Register your product at www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) 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...
...CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-918V VSX-818V Register your product at www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) 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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... plugging in accordance with liquid near this unit will be performed only by qualified service personnel. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-918V-K, VSX-918V-S, VSX-818V-K, VSX-818V-S Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can be regulated due to use shielded cables and connectors for connections. To...
... plugging in accordance with liquid near this unit will be performed only by qualified service personnel. Product Name: AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER Model Number: VSX-918V-K, VSX-918V-S, VSX-818V-K, VSX-818V-S Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can be regulated due to use shielded cables and connectors for connections. To...
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... a DVD player and TV 12 Connecting the multichannel analog outputs 13 Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box 13 Connecting other audio components 14 About the WMA9 ... have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you for future reference. Thank you will...with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . 33 Using Virtual Surround Back (VSB 33 Setting the AV options 34 Playing other sources 36 Choosing the input signal 36 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . ...
... a DVD player and TV 12 Connecting the multichannel analog outputs 13 Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box 13 Connecting other audio components 14 About the WMA9 ... have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you for future reference. Thank you will...with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . 33 Using Virtual Surround Back (VSB 33 Setting the AV options 34 Playing other sources 36 Choosing the input signal 36 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . ...
Owner's Manual
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...other components 52 Preset Code List 54 10 Other connections Connecting an iPod 55 Connecting your iPod to the receiver . . . . . 55 iPod playback 56 Using XM Radio 57 Connecting your XM Radio receiver 57 Listening to XM Radio 58 Using XM HD Surround 58 Saving channel presets 58 Using the XM ... Connect Tuner . . . 60 Listening to SIRIUS Radio 61 Saving channel presets 61 Using the SIRIUS Menu 62 Using this receiver with a Pioneer flat panel TV 62 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat panel TV 63 11 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 64 The Other Setup menu 66 SR+ Setup for...
...other components 52 Preset Code List 54 10 Other connections Connecting an iPod 55 Connecting your iPod to the receiver . . . . . 55 iPod playback 56 Using XM Radio 57 Connecting your XM Radio receiver 57 Listening to XM Radio 58 Using XM HD Surround 58 Saving channel presets 58 Using the XM ... Connect Tuner . . . 60 Listening to SIRIUS Radio 61 Saving channel presets 61 Using the SIRIUS Menu 62 Using this receiver with a Pioneer flat panel TV 62 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer flat panel TV 63 11 Other Settings The Input Assign menu 64 The Other Setup menu 66 SR+ Setup for...
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... or store batteries in direct sunlight or other movement - This can also reduce the life or performance of batteries. 6 En Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. on...in extremely hot or cold areas - 01 Before you start Chapter 1: Before you start Checking what's in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control unit • Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6) x2 •...
... or store batteries in direct sunlight or other movement - This can also reduce the life or performance of batteries. 6 En Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. on...in extremely hot or cold areas - 01 Before you start Chapter 1: Before you start Checking what's in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Setup microphone • Remote control unit • Dry cell batteries (AA size IEC R6) x2 •...
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... create a surround sound effect, making you feel like listening to a CD with the TV if you want to this . 4 Use the on the receiver, followed by your speaker setup, but other sound options you can select. Listening to Surround Sound With the following quick setup guide, you should have... your DVD player to output Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2 kHz/96 kHz PCM (2 channel) audio (see Listening in the receiver's display. For surround sound, you need to an AC power source. 1 Connect your DVD player's manual for optimal surround sound. Make sure that came...
... create a surround sound effect, making you feel like listening to a CD with the TV if you want to this . 4 Use the on the receiver, followed by your speaker setup, but other sound options you can select. Listening to Surround Sound With the following quick setup guide, you should have... your DVD player to output Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2 kHz/96 kHz PCM (2 channel) audio (see Listening in the receiver's display. For surround sound, you need to an AC power source. 1 Connect your DVD player's manual for optimal surround sound. Make sure that came...
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... Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual MCACC 3.Manual SP Setup 4.Input Assign : Exit : Exit Above: VSX-918V (left) and VSX-818V (right) Try to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your system, the receiver uses the information from the System Setup menu then press ENTER. Otherwise, place the microphone at high... SELECT SOURCE MULTI CONTROL TV CTRL DVD TV DVR CD-R XM SIRIUS CD FM AM PORTABLE iPod RECEIVER RECEIVER CONTROL ONE TOUCH COPY CH+ AV PARAMETER TOP MENU ST TUNE ENTER T.EDIT MENU ST GUIDE CATEGORY TUNE CH- AUX MASTER VOLUME MCACC PORTABLE If you have a...
... Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual MCACC 3.Manual SP Setup 4.Input Assign : Exit : Exit Above: VSX-918V (left) and VSX-818V (right) Try to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your system, the receiver uses the information from the System Setup menu then press ENTER. Otherwise, place the microphone at high... SELECT SOURCE MULTI CONTROL TV CTRL DVD TV DVR CD-R XM SIRIUS CD FM AM PORTABLE iPod RECEIVER RECEIVER CONTROL ONE TOUCH COPY CH+ AV PARAMETER TOP MENU ST TUNE ENTER T.EDIT MENU ST GUIDE CATEGORY TUNE CH- AUX MASTER VOLUME MCACC PORTABLE If you have a...
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... step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will end up . • See below . A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings for the test tones to be a problem with different size settings. English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Españ... RETRY doesn't fix the problem, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. 8 Make sure 'OK' is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to change the setting. This setting should reflect the actual speakers you have. 1.Auto MCACC Check!
... step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will end up . • See below . A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings for the test tones to be a problem with different size settings. English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Españ... RETRY doesn't fix the problem, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. 8 Make sure 'OK' is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to change the setting. This setting should reflect the actual speakers you have. 1.Auto MCACC Check!
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.... If two waveforms are any instructions showing in achieving proper sound reproduction. Adjustments to the System Setup menu. Other problems when using Phase Control This receiver's Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to be produced. 10 En STEREO/ AUTO/DIRECT A.L.C. When you're finished, select SKIP to go back to...
.... If two waveforms are any instructions showing in achieving proper sound reproduction. Adjustments to the System Setup menu. Other problems when using Phase Control This receiver's Phase Control feature uses phase correction measures to be produced. 10 En STEREO/ AUTO/DIRECT A.L.C. When you're finished, select SKIP to go back to...
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... of the TV is avoided. If this happens, the magnetic field produced by the transformers in the illustration). In this unit (as shown in this receiver.1 Coaxial digital audio cable Optical cable Video cables Standard RCA video cables These cables are the most common type of video connection and are typically...
... of the TV is avoided. If this happens, the magnetic field produced by the transformers in the illustration). In this unit (as shown in this receiver.1 Coaxial digital audio cable Optical cable Video cables Standard RCA video cables These cables are the most common type of video connection and are typically...
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... 3 4 3 R L ANALOG AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT TV The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for more on this. 4 See Using the component video jacks on this receiver to a video input on this too. Note 1 If your DVD player only has an optical digital output, ...you want to use the component video outputs to do this receiver. Use a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection. 4 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack on this receiver to your TV. See Using the component video jacks on page 16 for the VSX-818V are the same.
... 3 4 3 R L ANALOG AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT TV The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for more on this. 4 See Using the component video jacks on this receiver to a video input on this too. Note 1 If your DVD player only has an optical digital output, ...you want to use the component video outputs to do this receiver. Use a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection. 4 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack on this receiver to your TV. See Using the component video jacks on page 16 for the VSX-818V are the same.
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...this receiver. R AUDIO L AV OUT VIDEO COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are the same. STB The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for the VSX-818V are the same. Connecting up the receiver you...your set-top box only has a coaxial digital output, you can connect them to the multichannel analog outputs to the multichannel inputs of this receiver as shown below.1 VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / SAT) IN 2 IN OUT IN XM...
...this receiver. R AUDIO L AV OUT VIDEO COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are the same. STB The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for the VSX-818V are the same. Connecting up the receiver you...your set-top box only has a coaxial digital output, you can connect them to the multichannel analog outputs to the multichannel inputs of this receiver as shown below.1 VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / SAT) IN 2 IN OUT IN XM...
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The example shows an analog connection to a set -top box, etc. However, the connected DVD player, set of spare audio inputs on this receiver. The example shows an optical connection to the DIGITAL OPT 1 (CD) input. 2 If necessary, connect the analog audio outputs of the component ...connection when connected to /from digital components (like an MD) to a WMA9 Procompatible player. You'll need to make this connection for the VSX-818V are the same. must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or ...
The example shows an analog connection to a set -top box, etc. However, the connected DVD player, set of spare audio inputs on this receiver. The example shows an optical connection to the DIGITAL OPT 1 (CD) input. 2 If necessary, connect the analog audio outputs of the component ...connection when connected to /from digital components (like an MD) to a WMA9 Procompatible player. You'll need to make this connection for the VSX-818V are the same. must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or ...
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...connected to (see The Input Assign menu on this receiver. The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for the video connection. 3 If your video component also has a component video output, you connected the component to the DIGITAL OPT 1 (CD) input.2 VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) ... cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video cable for the VSX-818V are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other video sources This receiver has audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video ...
...connected to (see The Input Assign menu on this receiver. The illustration shows the VSX-918V, but connections for the video connection. 3 If your video component also has a component video output, you connected the component to the DIGITAL OPT 1 (CD) input.2 VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) ... cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video cable for the VSX-818V are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other video sources This receiver has audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video ...
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... 16 En TV • Component 3 - HDMI/DVI-equipped component HDMI OUT 1 ANALOG AUDIO OUT R L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL 3 (VSX-818V model only) HDMI IN R IN AUX L CD ANTENNA FM UNBAL DIGITAL IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / ...) R S P E A K A E R S VSX-818V 2 HDMI IN HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor or flat panel TV The illustration shows the VSX-818V, but connections for more on this. 3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks on this receiver to the component video inputs on this receiver using a component video input, you didn't connect...
... 16 En TV • Component 3 - HDMI/DVI-equipped component HDMI OUT 1 ANALOG AUDIO OUT R L DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL 3 (VSX-818V model only) HDMI IN R IN AUX L CD ANTENNA FM UNBAL DIGITAL IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / ...) R S P E A K A E R S VSX-818V 2 HDMI IN HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor or flat panel TV The illustration shows the VSX-818V, but connections for more on this. 3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks on this receiver to the component video inputs on this receiver using a component video input, you didn't connect...
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... • The signals input from the analog (composite and component) video inputs of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs. HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to protect digital content ...Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on the cable connector body should be output from the HDMI OUT. 3 VSX-818V model only: To hear audio from this receiver). Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be heard from this...
... • The signals input from the analog (composite and component) video inputs of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs. HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to protect digital content ...Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on the cable connector body should be output from the HDMI OUT. 3 VSX-818V model only: To hear audio from this receiver). Note that some components (such as video game units) have resolutions that may not be heard from this...
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...DIRECT PORTABLE 18 En VIDEO L R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) Press VIDEO/PORTABLE and select VIDEO input. This can also cause the receiver to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can exceed the 100 W maximum when playing sources at a high volume, this type of... connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). • This unit should not be disconnected by the receiver's power switch. Connecting to the front panel audio mini jack Front audio connections are accessed via the front panel using the VIDEO/PORTABLE button. ...
...DIRECT PORTABLE 18 En VIDEO L R AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT Video camera (etc.) Press VIDEO/PORTABLE and select VIDEO input. This can also cause the receiver to malfunction. • Since a subwoofer or power amplifier can exceed the 100 W maximum when playing sources at a high volume, this type of... connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A). • This unit should not be disconnected by the receiver's power switch. Connecting to the front panel audio mini jack Front audio connections are accessed via the front panel using the VIDEO/PORTABLE button. ...
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... see Speaker Setting on page 22 for the listening options with an impedance of six speakers (including the subwoofer) is best for the VSX-818V are the same. 20 En VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / SAT) IN 2 IN OUT IN XM IN IN ...SUB WOOFER PREOUT MONITOR OUT DVR / VCR OUT VIDEO OPT 2 (TV / SAT) OPT 1 (CD) (ASSIGNABLE) R S P E A K A E R S CEN- The receiver will vary. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 21 when placing the speakers in the manner shown below. Be sure to the AC...
... see Speaker Setting on page 22 for the listening options with an impedance of six speakers (including the subwoofer) is best for the VSX-818V are the same. 20 En VSX-918V HDMI IN R IN (DVD / BD) IN 1 IN (ASSIGNABLE) OUT (TV / SAT) IN 2 IN OUT IN XM IN IN ...SUB WOOFER PREOUT MONITOR OUT DVR / VCR OUT VIDEO OPT 2 (TV / SAT) OPT 1 (CD) (ASSIGNABLE) R S P E A K A E R S CEN- The receiver will vary. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on page 21 when placing the speakers in the manner shown below. Be sure to the AC...
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... when headphones are connected. 22 En However, if SP B is selected above, no exposed speaker wire is touching the rear panel, this may cause the receiver to speaker system B (only stereo playback is possible). • SP B - Multichannel sources are downmixed for stereo output from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not...
... when headphones are connected. 22 En However, if SP B is selected above, no exposed speaker wire is touching the rear panel, this may cause the receiver to speaker system B (only stereo playback is possible). • SP B - Multichannel sources are downmixed for stereo output from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not...
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... STANDBY/ON 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Selects an input source. 3 Input select buttons Selects an input source. 4 Digital Precision Processing indicator (VSX-918V model only) Lights to connect your Apple iPod as an audio source (page 55). 23 En Controls and displays 04 English Deutsch Fran...;ais Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel Illustration shows the VSX-918V model 1 23 4 56 7 INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY/ON AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-918V PHASE CONTROL DVD DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING TV DVR VIDEO/PORTABLE CD/CD-R iPod FM/AM...
... STANDBY/ON 2 INPUT SELECTOR dial Selects an input source. 3 Input select buttons Selects an input source. 4 Digital Precision Processing indicator (VSX-918V model only) Lights to connect your Apple iPod as an audio source (page 55). 23 En Controls and displays 04 English Deutsch Fran...;ais Italiano Nederlands Español Chapter 4: Controls and displays Front panel Illustration shows the VSX-918V model 1 23 4 56 7 INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY/ON AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-918V PHASE CONTROL DVD DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING TV DVR VIDEO/PORTABLE CD/CD-R iPod FM/AM...