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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES RECEPTOR MULTICANAL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO VSX-820 Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The... 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 receive a monthly newsletter. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) Operating Instructions ...
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER RECEPTEUR AUDIOVISUEL A VOIES MULTIPLES RECEPTOR MULTICANAL DE AUDIO/VÍDEO VSX-820 Register your product on http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) • Protect your new investment The... 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 receive a monthly newsletter. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com (US) http://www.pioneerelectronics.ca (Canada) Operating Instructions ...
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... Setting the Audio options 38 Choosing the input signal 41 Using the headphone 41 06 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 42 Manual speaker setup 43 Speaker Setting 43 Crossover Network 45 Channel Level 45 Speaker Distance 46 The Input Assign menu 46 The Pre Out Setting 47... system Basic playback 32 Auto playback 33 Listening in surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
... Setting the Audio options 38 Choosing the input signal 41 Using the headphone 41 06 The System Setup menu Using the System Setup menu 42 Manual speaker setup 43 Speaker Setting 43 Crossover Network 45 Channel Level 45 Speaker Distance 46 The Input Assign menu 46 The Pre Out Setting 47... system Basic playback 32 Auto playback 33 Listening in surround sound 33 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . . 34 Listening in a safe place for buying this Pioneer product.
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... • Setting the Up Mix function (page 38) • Setting the Audio options (page 38) • Choosing the input signal (page 41) • Manual speaker setup (page 43) 9 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to this . 5 The Pre Out Setting ...various listening modes • Using the Sound Retriever (page 36) • Better sound using connections other components (page 51) 6 En Check the manual that came with the TV if you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Flow of settings on your system • ...
... • Setting the Up Mix function (page 38) • Setting the Audio options (page 38) • Choosing the input signal (page 41) • Manual speaker setup (page 43) 9 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to this . 5 The Pre Out Setting ...various listening modes • Using the Sound Retriever (page 36) • Better sound using connections other components (page 51) 6 En Check the manual that came with the TV if you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Flow of settings on your system • ...
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... the receiver using an optical or a coaxial cable, you connected the component to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
... the receiver using an optical or a coaxial cable, you connected the component to tell the receiver which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. See the manuals that you must connect digital components to analog audio jacks if you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog...
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... Setup at any time to exit the System Setup menu.1 4 Select 'Auto MCACC' from the System Setup menu then press ENTER.2 System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return Try to exit the current menu. • Press SETUP at any time, the receiver automatically exits and...
... Setup at any time to exit the System Setup menu.1 4 Select 'Auto MCACC' from the System Setup menu then press ENTER.2 System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return Try to exit the current menu. • Press SETUP at any time, the receiver automatically exits and...
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... the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may take 1 to 3 minutes. 9 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! You can correct the setting manually using the Speaker Setting on the characteristics of the microphone. Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles...sizes of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with the operation of your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually using the System Setup menu (starting on page 42).1 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is happening.
... the environment and switch them . • Some older TVs may take 1 to 3 minutes. 9 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! You can correct the setting manually using the Speaker Setting on the characteristics of the microphone. Check for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles...sizes of around 12 cm (5 inches) will end up with the operation of your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually using the System Setup menu (starting on page 42).1 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup If the room environment is happening.
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... is displayed when playing Dolby Digital 5.1-channel signals, and DTS+NEO:6 is coming from the front left/right speakers in this section may need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may not be set to output Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2 kHz / 96...
... is displayed when playing Dolby Digital 5.1-channel signals, and DTS+NEO:6 is coming from the front left/right speakers in this section may need to manually switch the input signal type press SIGNAL SEL (page 41). 3 • You may not be set to output Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2 kHz / 96...
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... button. You can change the MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS options at any time by using MIDNIGHT button. e. f. h. d. Only when listening to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. 05 Listening to your display, contact the manufacturer directly.
... button. You can change the MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS options at any time by using MIDNIGHT button. e. f. h. d. Only when listening to OFF and adjust the delay time manually. 05 Listening to your display, contact the manufacturer directly.
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... Español Listening to your TV, not from this receiver. 41 En H can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32 kHz to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is selected, the A and DIGITAL indicators are : Dolby Digital, DTS, SACD (DSD 2 ch), PCM (32 kHz to THRU, the sound will be...
... Español Listening to your TV, not from this receiver. 41 En H can only play back Dolby Digital, PCM (32 kHz to the instruction manual supplied with DTS is selected, the A and DIGITAL indicators are : Dolby Digital, DTS, SACD (DSD 2 ch), PCM (32 kHz to THRU, the sound will be...
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Use component or composite connections for surround sound (MCACC) on page 43). • Input Assign - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Specify what you've connected to the component video inputs (see The Input ...Setting - Specify how to use the System Setup menu when the iPod/USB input is a quick and effective automatic surround setup (see Manual speaker setup on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - Use and ENTER on page 47). Specify the size, number, distance and overall balance of the speakers you want to...
Use component or composite connections for surround sound (MCACC) on page 43). • Input Assign - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return • Auto MCACC - Specify what you've connected to the component video inputs (see The Input ...Setting - Specify how to use the System Setup menu when the iPod/USB input is a quick and effective automatic surround setup (see Manual speaker setup on page 29). • Manual SP Setup - Use and ENTER on page 47). Specify the size, number, distance and overall balance of the speakers you want to...
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...each of when the Pre Out setting is a good idea to make detailed settings to SMALL. Select LARGE if your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2a.Speaker Setting Front SMALL Center [ SMALL ] Surr [ SMALL...speaker system (page 45). • Speaker Distance - The System Setup menu 06 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Manual speaker setup This receiver allows you want to adjust. Back [ NO ] Subwoofer: YES Return Return 2 Choose the set of your front...
...each of when the Pre Out setting is a good idea to make detailed settings to SMALL. Select LARGE if your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2a.Speaker Setting Front SMALL Center [ SMALL ] Surr [ SMALL...speaker system (page 45). • Speaker Distance - The System Setup menu 06 English Deutsch Français Italiano Nederlands Español Manual speaker setup This receiver allows you want to adjust. Back [ NO ] Subwoofer: YES Return Return 2 Choose the set of your front...
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... you didn't connect surround speakers choose NO (the sound of your surround speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively. Select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the Manual SP Setup menu. You return to the other speakers or subwoofer. In this case, try changing the position or direction of bass, it set to...
... you didn't connect surround speakers choose NO (the sound of your surround speakers reproduce bass frequencies effectively. Select SMALL to send bass frequencies to the Manual SP Setup menu. You return to the other speakers or subwoofer. In this case, try changing the position or direction of bass, it set to...
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...the subwoofer (or LARGE speakers). 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. Adjust channel levels as the test tone moves from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2b.Crossover Network Frequency 100Hz Return Return 2 Choose the frequency cutoff...to switch speakers. After the volume increases to the reference level, test tones will be output. 2c.Channel Level Test Tone [ Manual ] Please Wait . . .20 Caution Loud test tones will output test tones in the LFE channel.1 1 Select 'Crossover Network' from speaker...
...the subwoofer (or LARGE speakers). 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. Adjust channel levels as the test tone moves from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance 2b.Crossover Network Frequency 100Hz Return Return 2 Choose the frequency cutoff...to switch speakers. After the volume increases to the reference level, test tones will be output. 2c.Channel Level Test Tone [ Manual ] Please Wait . . .20 Caution Loud test tones will output test tones in the LFE channel.1 1 Select 'Crossover Network' from speaker...
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... time by press RECEIVER , then press CH SELECT and LEV +/- An on-screen display (OSD) appears on your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return 2d.Speaker Distance Front L Center Front R Surround R Surr....on this receiver's COMPONENT VIDEO OUT output (down converting component video is not possible after assigning an input). System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 46 En on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items....
... time by press RECEIVER , then press CH SELECT and LEV +/- An on-screen display (OSD) appears on your speakers from the Manual SP Setup menu. 2.Manual SP Setup a.Speaker Setting b.Crossover Network c.Channel Level d.Speaker Distance Return 2d.Speaker Distance Front L Center Front R Surround R Surr....on this receiver's COMPONENT VIDEO OUT output (down converting component video is not possible after assigning an input). System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 46 En on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items....
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...The numbers correspond with the numbers beside the inputs on the rear of the receiver. 5 Select the component that input. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 4.Pre Out Setting Pre Out Surr. An additional amplifier is required for the speaker connection. • ... rear of the receiver. 6 When you're finished, press RETURN. Connect the surround back speaker. • Height - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 3 Select 'Component Input' from the System Setup menu. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC...
...The numbers correspond with the numbers beside the inputs on the rear of the receiver. 5 Select the component that input. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 4.Pre Out Setting Pre Out Surr. An additional amplifier is required for the speaker connection. • ... rear of the receiver. 6 When you're finished, press RETURN. Connect the surround back speaker. • Height - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting Return 3 Select 'Component Input' from the System Setup menu. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC...
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... the button at a time, press TUNE /. When the station is stored in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. This unit can memorize the frequency for recall later- Each press switches the band between FM (stereo or mono) and AM. 3... Tune to a station. Manual tuning To change to BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Improving FM stereo sound If the TUNE or ST indicators don't light when tuning to...
... the button at a time, press TUNE /. When the station is stored in to FM and AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. This unit can memorize the frequency for recall later- Each press switches the band between FM (stereo or mono) and AM. 3... Tune to a station. Manual tuning To change to BAND (FM or AM), if necessary. Improving FM stereo sound If the TUNE or ST indicators don't light when tuning to...
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... (see page 26 for more on this . Tune to record. into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of connection for the source as a CD player or TV). Keep in mind you can make...
... (see page 26 for more on this . Tune to record. into the recording device and set the audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start recording, then start playback of connection for the source as a CD player or TV). Keep in mind you can make...
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...channel number. • You can press DISP (DISPLAY) to change SIRIUS Radio information in the space provided near a window (refer to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. The label will need the SIRIUS ID (SID) which...SID may need to activate your favorite genre, press CATEGORY and use / to select a genre, and then use this manual. 10 Other connections Connecting your SiriusConnectTM Tuner To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you will also need to connect the antenna and AC...
...channel number. • You can press DISP (DISPLAY) to change SIRIUS Radio information in the space provided near a window (refer to the manual for the SiriusConnect Home tuner for antenna placement recommendations). • If after 2 seconds. The label will need the SIRIUS ID (SID) which...SID may need to activate your favorite genre, press CATEGORY and use / to select a genre, and then use this manual. 10 Other connections Connecting your SiriusConnectTM Tuner To receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio broadcasts, you will also need to connect the antenna and AC...
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... input signal (see Choosing the input signal on page 46 to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on the TV monitor is incorrect. your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the ...assigned the correct input. • The video input selected on . The receiver suddenly switches off automatically. If the message persists, call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No image is output when a • Make sure the component is something wrong with the TV. If you are...
... input signal (see Choosing the input signal on page 46 to the instruction manual supplied with this time), switch the receiver back on the TV monitor is incorrect. your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the ...assigned the correct input. • The video input selected on . The receiver suddenly switches off automatically. If the message persists, call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. No image is output when a • Make sure the component is something wrong with the TV. If you are...
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...connections (refer to page 23) and set the SIGNAL SEL to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (refer to page 41). • Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. be set • Check that the positive/negative speaker terminals on the receiver are correct and/or the DTS signal... with DTS is played • Make sure the player's settings are up correctly, but be sure to turn the volume down to the instruction manual supplied with the corresponding terminals on the speakers (see Choosing the input signal on page 45 to page 27). compatible CD player. on page 18...
...connections (refer to page 23) and set the SIGNAL SEL to C1/O1/O2 (DIGITAL) (refer to page 41). • Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the DVD player. be set • Check that the positive/negative speaker terminals on the receiver are correct and/or the DTS signal... with DTS is played • Make sure the player's settings are up correctly, but be sure to turn the volume down to the instruction manual supplied with the corresponding terminals on the speakers (see Choosing the input signal on page 45 to page 27). compatible CD player. on page 18...