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...The Pre Out Setting 37 The Auto Power Down menu 37 The FL Demo Mode menu 37 07 Control with HDMI function Making Control with HDMI connections 38 HDMI Setup 38 Before using synchronization 39 About synchronized operations 39 About connections with a product of a different brand that supports... codes directly 40 Clearing all the remote control settings 40 Controls for TVs 41 Controls for future reference. Contents Before you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start 5 Checking what's in the box 5 Installing the receiver 5 Flow of settings on the receiver 5 01 Controls...
...The Pre Out Setting 37 The Auto Power Down menu 37 The FL Demo Mode menu 37 07 Control with HDMI function Making Control with HDMI connections 38 HDMI Setup 38 Before using synchronization 39 About synchronized operations 39 About connections with a product of a different brand that supports... codes directly 40 Clearing all the remote control settings 40 Controls for TVs 41 Controls for future reference. Contents Before you for buying this Pioneer product. Thank you start 5 Checking what's in the box 5 Installing the receiver 5 Flow of settings on the receiver 5 01 Controls...
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...channel processing (page 31) • Setting the Up Mix function (page 31) • Setting the Audio options (page 32) • Manual speaker setup (page 34) 8 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to control other movement - The colors of the steps... the recommended connections.) Using the Audio Return Channel function (page 38) (When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function.) 5 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set the video input on your system • Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) (page...
...channel processing (page 31) • Setting the Up Mix function (page 31) • Setting the Audio options (page 32) • Manual speaker setup (page 34) 8 Making maximum use of the remote control • Setting the remote to control other movement - The colors of the steps... the recommended connections.) Using the Audio Return Channel function (page 38) (When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function.) 5 Use the on-screen automatic MCACC setup to set the video input on your system • Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) (page...
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CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-821 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY /ON SPEAKERS DIMMER DISPLAY BAND TUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURROUND/ ALC/ STREAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER PHONES MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO 2 INPUT 5V 2.1 A L AUDIO R iPod iPhone USB VIDEO iPad MASTER VOLUME 16 17...
CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-821 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY /ON SPEAKERS DIMMER DISPLAY BAND TUNER EDIT TUNE PRESET AUTO SURROUND/ ALC/ STREAM DIRECT STANDARD SURR ADVANCED SURROUND SOUND iPod iPhone iPad RETRIEVER AIR DIRECT CONTROL ENTER PHONES MCACC SETUP MIC VIDEO 2 INPUT 5V 2.1 A L AUDIO R iPod iPhone USB VIDEO iPad MASTER VOLUME 16 17...
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...encoded audio signals is automatically set to the front panel video terminal on the iPod (page 24). Lights when a digital audio signal is detected. HDMI - Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected. 16 PHASE Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 29). 2D+ - ...encoded audio signals is detected. 2HD - PRESET - Switches between the various surround modes (page 30). 11 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect a microphone when performing Auto MCACC setup (page 20). 12 AUDIO/VIDEO input terminal See Connecting to ON (page 31). Lights to ADAPTER and the ...
...encoded audio signals is automatically set to the front panel video terminal on the iPod (page 24). Lights when a digital audio signal is detected. HDMI - Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected. 16 PHASE Lights when the Phase Control is switched on (page 29). 2D+ - ...encoded audio signals is detected. 2HD - PRESET - Switches between the various surround modes (page 30). 11 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect a microphone when performing Auto MCACC setup (page 20). 12 AUDIO/VIDEO input terminal See Connecting to ON (page 31). Lights to ADAPTER and the ...
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... receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is connected, either setting will suffice) (see The Pre Out Setting on page 37). • You can use the additional amplifier on the surround... to listen to the AC power source. You can use speakers with this case plug the amplifier into the speaker terminal. Surround right Surround left HDMI DVR/BDR IN DVD IN BD IN VIDEO 1 IN OUT COAXIAL IN 1 IN 1 ASSIGNABLE IN OPTICAL 2 ASSIGNABLE VIDEO (CD) AUDIO SURR BACK/ DVR...
... receiver will work with just two stereo speakers (the front speakers in the diagram) but using at least three speakers is recommended, and a complete setup is connected, either setting will suffice) (see The Pre Out Setting on page 37). • You can use the additional amplifier on the surround... to listen to the AC power source. You can use speakers with this case plug the amplifier into the speaker terminal. Surround right Surround left HDMI DVR/BDR IN DVD IN BD IN VIDEO 1 IN OUT COAXIAL IN 1 IN 1 ASSIGNABLE IN OPTICAL 2 ASSIGNABLE VIDEO (CD) AUDIO SURR BACK/ DVR...
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...receiver and TV with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you can be displayed. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see the OSD screen (for setup, etc.) on page 38). • The following connection/setting is connected to the sound of the unit on page 38). Important... • If the receiver is necessary in order to see HDMI Setup on -screen display (OSD) will not be used (see Control with HDMI function on the TV. • When the Control with HDMI function is ON and the receiver is required to listen to a compatible TV with...
...receiver and TV with HDCP) equipped component (Blu-ray Disc player, etc.), you can be displayed. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see the OSD screen (for setup, etc.) on page 38). • The following connection/setting is connected to the sound of the unit on page 38). Important... • If the receiver is necessary in order to see HDMI Setup on -screen display (OSD) will not be used (see Control with HDMI function on the TV. • When the Control with HDMI function is ON and the receiver is required to listen to a compatible TV with...
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... they are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. You cannot carry out any other cables. For details about the Control with HDMI feature, see HDMI Setup on page 23. Do not pull out the plug by the plug part. If this receiver once it with... and you to control playback of this receiver. Switch the receiver into a convenient AC power outlet. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for iPod. • For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing a USB device on page 24. The power cords should be...
... they are wet, as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. You cannot carry out any other cables. For details about the Control with HDMI feature, see HDMI Setup on page 23. Do not pull out the plug by the plug part. If this receiver once it with... and you to control playback of this receiver. Switch the receiver into a convenient AC power outlet. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for iPod. • For instructions on playing the iPod, see Playing a USB device on page 24. The power cords should be...
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...on page 37. • The demo mode is canceled automatically when the Auto MCACC setup is turned up the microphone provided with your particular room. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 5.HDMI Setup 6.Auto Power Down 7.FL Demo Mode Return • MIC IN blinks when the microphone...Before using the Auto MCACC setup, the iPod USB input should not be as quiet as an input source. • If you connected either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker, make sure that the Pre Out setting is an explanation using the HDMI output to your TV. ...
...on page 37. • The demo mode is canceled automatically when the Auto MCACC setup is turned up the microphone provided with your particular room. System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 5.HDMI Setup 6.Auto Power Down 7.FL Demo Mode Return • MIC IN blinks when the microphone...Before using the Auto MCACC setup, the iPod USB input should not be as quiet as an input source. • If you connected either the surround back speaker or the front height speaker, make sure that the Pre Out setting is an explanation using the HDMI output to your TV. ...
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...H cannot be changed . • When set to PCM. • Depending on your system components and receiver. Selects an HDMI signal. However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is set to check on your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. When using the input function buttons. H can be selected...lights when a DTS signal is input. • When the H (HDMI) is displayed when playing DTS 5.1-channel signals. For example, if you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is selected for each input source. En If you selected the ...
...H cannot be changed . • When set to PCM. • Depending on your system components and receiver. Selects an HDMI signal. However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is set to check on your DVD player or digital satellite receiver. When using the input function buttons. H can be selected...lights when a DTS signal is input. • When the H (HDMI) is displayed when playing DTS 5.1-channel signals. For example, if you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is selected for each input source. En If you selected the ...
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...you find there is the recommended value. The video delay time is removed during digital processing). 0 (0 dB) +6 (+6 dB) HDMI (HDMI Audio) Specifies the routing of the HDMI audio signal out of this receiver (AMP) or through to 0 dB, which is a slight delay before OFF recognizes the PCM ...SOURCE CONTROL AUDIO PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME TUNE MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT ENTER BD DVD TV HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL C GO TUNE BAND RETURN 1 Press RECEIVER , then press AUDIO PARAMETER button. 2 Use / to select the ...
...you find there is the recommended value. The video delay time is removed during digital processing). 0 (0 dB) +6 (+6 dB) HDMI (HDMI Audio) Specifies the routing of the HDMI audio signal out of this receiver (AMP) or through to 0 dB, which is a slight delay before OFF recognizes the PCM ...SOURCE CONTROL AUDIO PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNER EDIT MASTER TOOLS VOLUME TUNE MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT ENTER BD DVD TV HOME MENU SETUP iPod CTRL C GO TUNE BAND RETURN 1 Press RECEIVER , then press AUDIO PARAMETER button. 2 Use / to select the ...
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...the size (and number) of each of your system, but if you're satisfied with HDMI function (see HDMI Setup on page 37). • FL Demo Mode - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 5.HDMI Setup 6.Auto Power Down 7.FL Demo Mode Return • Auto MCACC - Crossover Network -... operations when connected to a device/TV that the settings made in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 37). • HDMI Setup - Sets the demo display on the front panel display (see The Pre Out Setting on page 20, it isn't necessary to make all ...
...the size (and number) of each of your system, but if you're satisfied with HDMI function (see HDMI Setup on page 37). • FL Demo Mode - System Setup 1.Auto MCACC 2.Manual SP Setup 3.Input Assign 4.Pre Out Setting 5.HDMI Setup 6.Auto Power Down 7.FL Demo Mode Return • Auto MCACC - Crossover Network -... operations when connected to a device/TV that the settings made in Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 37). • HDMI Setup - Sets the demo display on the front panel display (see The Pre Out Setting on page 20, it isn't necessary to make all ...
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... output test tones in the order shown onscreen: 2c.Channel Level Front L Center [ Front R [ Surround R [ Surr. Component-1: DVD - System Setup 1 . Input Assign 4 . Pre Out Setting 5 . You return to the Input Assign menu. • For the assignment of the digital signal inputs...make settings in 0.1 feet increments. 4 When you didn't hook up your speakers from your system, you 're finished, press RETURN. Manual SP Setup 3 . HDMI Setup 6 . FL Demo Mode Return 2 Select 'Component Input' from your video component. Component-2: DVR (DVR/BDR) Important • If you '...
... output test tones in the order shown onscreen: 2c.Channel Level Front L Center [ Front R [ Surround R [ Surr. Component-1: DVD - System Setup 1 . Input Assign 4 . Pre Out Setting 5 . You return to the Input Assign menu. • For the assignment of the digital signal inputs...make settings in 0.1 feet increments. 4 When you didn't hook up your speakers from your system, you 're finished, press RETURN. Manual SP Setup 3 . HDMI Setup 6 . FL Demo Mode Return 2 Select 'Component Input' from your video component. Component-2: DVR (DVR/BDR) Important • If you '...
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...no automatic shutoff is required for the demo display. 3 When you 're finished, press RETURN. HDMI Setup 6 . Manual SP Setup 3 . Return 37 En Back 1 Select 'Pre Out Setting' from the System Setup menu. Input Assign 4 . Auto MCACC 2 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Auto Power Down 7...operation for several hours. • Default setting: OFF 1 Select 'Auto Power Down' from the System Setup menu. Input Assign 4 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Auto Power Down 7 . Auto Power Down 7 . Back - HDMI Setup 6 . Auto MCACC 2 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Connect the surround back speaker. • ...
...no automatic shutoff is required for the demo display. 3 When you 're finished, press RETURN. HDMI Setup 6 . Manual SP Setup 3 . Return 37 En Back 1 Select 'Pre Out Setting' from the System Setup menu. Input Assign 4 . Auto MCACC 2 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Auto Power Down 7...operation for several hours. • Default setting: OFF 1 Select 'Auto Power Down' from the System Setup menu. Input Assign 4 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Auto Power Down 7 . Auto Power Down 7 . Back - HDMI Setup 6 . Auto MCACC 2 . Pre Out Setting 5 . Connect the surround back speaker. • ...
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... component is changed or a Control with up to three DVD or Blu-ray Disc players or up to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins. For details, see HDMI Setup below with a Control with HDMIcompatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player or with a component of another make use of inputs The receiver's input switches...
... component is changed or a Control with up to three DVD or Blu-ray Disc players or up to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins. For details, see HDMI Setup below with a Control with HDMIcompatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player or with a component of another make use of inputs The receiver's input switches...
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... . The receiver's input switches automatically when the TV's input is switched. - See the Pioneer website for the TV being turned on last. 3 Choose the HDMI input to which that support the Control with HDMI function. • When playback starts on the player or recorder, the receiver's input switches ... if an operation that supports the Control with HDMI function. This can be used when the receiver's Control with HDMI function is connected to a TV of the Control with TV - You return to the System Setup menu. When in sync as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors. •...
... . The receiver's input switches automatically when the TV's input is switched. - See the Pioneer website for the TV being turned on last. 3 Choose the HDMI input to which that support the Control with HDMI function. • When playback starts on the player or recorder, the receiver's input switches ... if an operation that supports the Control with HDMI function. This can be used when the receiver's Control with HDMI function is connected to a TV of the Control with TV - You return to the System Setup menu. When in sync as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors. •...
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... (When the Control with this time), switch the receiver back on. Noise during this component, check the points below , ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static... the volume level. Check the setting for trouble and malfunctions. No sound is output when an input function is correct for better ventilation (see HDMI Setup on page 38). 44 En OVERHEAT shows in Speaker Setting on page 34 to YES or PLUS. Switch the LFE ATT (LFE ...
... (When the Control with this time), switch the receiver back on. Noise during this component, check the points below , ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company to carry out repair work. • If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static... the volume level. Check the setting for trouble and malfunctions. No sound is output when an input function is correct for better ventilation (see HDMI Setup on page 38). 44 En OVERHEAT shows in Speaker Setting on page 34 to YES or PLUS. Switch the LFE ATT (LFE ...
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.... Change the output settings of the source, or connect using an HDMI cable. The OSD screen (System Setup menu or the menu screen for the Control with HDMI setting (see TV's operating instructions). Important information regarding the HDMI connection There are cases where you are connecting are not set the ... that the Bluetooth ADAPTER and the ADAPTER PORT terminal of the unit are input from the analog video terminal will not work with HDMI setting to on (see HDMI Setup on page 38). Turn the TV's power on before turning on this receiver's power. Set the TV side...
.... Change the output settings of the source, or connect using an HDMI cable. The OSD screen (System Setup menu or the menu screen for the Control with HDMI setting (see TV's operating instructions). Important information regarding the HDMI connection There are cases where you are connecting are not set the ... that the Bluetooth ADAPTER and the ADAPTER PORT terminal of the unit are input from the analog video terminal will not work with HDMI setting to on (see HDMI Setup on page 38). Turn the TV's power on before turning on this receiver's power. Set the TV side...
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... Weight (without package 9.2 kg (20 lb 5 oz) Furnished Parts Microphone (for Amplifiers ** Measured by Pioneer Corporation. ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL: • Set your volume control at a safe level - BE SURE ...AM 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Antenna (AM Loop antenna Digital In/Out Section HDMI terminal Type A (19-pin) HDMI output type 5 V, 100 mA USB terminal USB2.0 Full Speed (Type A) ... * Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's Trade Regulation rule on Power Output Claims for Auto MCACC setup 1 Remote control 1 Dry cell batteries (AAA size IEC R03 2 AM loop antenna 1 FM wire ...
... Weight (without package 9.2 kg (20 lb 5 oz) Furnished Parts Microphone (for Amplifiers ** Measured by Pioneer Corporation. ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL: • Set your volume control at a safe level - BE SURE ...AM 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Antenna (AM Loop antenna Digital In/Out Section HDMI terminal Type A (19-pin) HDMI output type 5 V, 100 mA USB terminal USB2.0 Full Speed (Type A) ... * Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's Trade Regulation rule on Power Output Claims for Auto MCACC setup 1 Remote control 1 Dry cell batteries (AAA size IEC R03 2 AM loop antenna 1 FM wire ...