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... outputs connection 13 Connecting a TV and playback components 14 Connecting using HDMI 14 Connecting your component with no HDMI terminal . . 15 Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box 15 Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, Blu-ray Disc recorder and other video sources 16 Using the component video jacks 16 Connecting... technology device with HDMI function 39 08 Controlling the rest of your model properly. Please read through these operating instructions so you for buying this Pioneer product.
... outputs connection 13 Connecting a TV and playback components 14 Connecting using HDMI 14 Connecting your component with no HDMI terminal . . 15 Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box 15 Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder, Blu-ray Disc recorder and other video sources 16 Using the component video jacks 16 Connecting... technology device with HDMI function 39 08 Controlling the rest of your model properly. Please read through these operating instructions so you for buying this Pioneer product.
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...or close to a device that are very dusty - in places where there is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of the steps indicate the following: Required setting item Setting to be used easily after following the procedure below to make sure to put it on -screen automatic... 13) • Connecting a TV and playback components (page 14) • Connecting antennas (page 18) • Plugging in the receiver (page 19) 3 Power On Make sure you've set up for surround sound (MCACC) (page 20) 6 Playing a source (page 22) • Selecting the audio input signal...
...or close to a device that are very dusty - in places where there is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of the steps indicate the following: Required setting item Setting to be used easily after following the procedure below to make sure to put it on -screen automatic... 13) • Connecting a TV and playback components (page 14) • Connecting antennas (page 18) • Plugging in the receiver (page 19) 3 Power On Make sure you've set up for surround sound (MCACC) (page 20) 6 Playing a source (page 22) • Selecting the audio input signal...
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...Front panel 1 23 4 MCACC 5 26 7 AUDIO/ VIDEO MULTI- Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 30) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on page 7. 5 Tuner control buttons BAND - Use to find radio frequencies (page 28) and SIRIUS Radio channels (page 27). 6 En PRESET ... an HDMI-equipped component; The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be controlled in SIRIUS Radio (page 27). TUNER EDIT - Use with ADAPTER input). CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-821 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY /ON SPEAKERS DIMMER DISPLAY BAND TUNER...
...Front panel 1 23 4 MCACC 5 26 7 AUDIO/ VIDEO MULTI- Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 30) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to on page 7. 5 Tuner control buttons BAND - Use to find radio frequencies (page 28) and SIRIUS Radio channels (page 27). 6 En PRESET ... an HDMI-equipped component; The listening mode, sound volume, Pre Out setting or input name can be controlled in SIRIUS Radio (page 27). TUNER EDIT - Use with ADAPTER input). CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-821 HDMI iPod iPhone iPad INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY /ON SPEAKERS DIMMER DISPLAY BAND TUNER...
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...(see Listening in auto stereo mode (page 28). Lights when a source with Dolby Digital Plus encoded audio signals is being received. Also, lights when DIMMER is set to indicate NEO:6 processing (page 29). 24 Dolby Digital indicators Display 2D - NEO:6 - Lights when a source with ... 31). 17 AUTO Lights when the Auto Surround feature is automatically set to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B (page 12). 20 Sleep timer indicator Lights when the receiver is showing the currently received AM/FM broadcast frequency. 19 Speaker indicators Lights to off during ...
...(see Listening in auto stereo mode (page 28). Lights when a source with Dolby Digital Plus encoded audio signals is being received. Also, lights when DIMMER is set to indicate NEO:6 processing (page 29). 24 Dolby Digital indicators Display 2D - NEO:6 - Lights when a source with ... 31). 17 AUTO Lights when the Auto Surround feature is automatically set to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B (page 12). 20 Sleep timer indicator Lights when the receiver is showing the currently received AM/FM broadcast frequency. 19 Speaker indicators Lights to off during ...
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...61547;/ can be accessed after you have selected it using the input function buttons. 01 Controls and displays Remote control 1 RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL 2 3 RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT 4 BD DVD TV DVR/BDR CD CD-R CH 5 ADAPTER iPod USB VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TUNER SIRIUS VOL... (page 28). Press for recall (page 28). Switches between the iPod controls and the receiver controls (page 24). 8 TUNE /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound (page 34) or Audio parameters (page 32). 4 INPUT SELECT Use ...
...61547;/ can be accessed after you have selected it using the input function buttons. 01 Controls and displays Remote control 1 RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL 2 3 RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT 4 BD DVD TV DVR/BDR CD CD-R CH 5 ADAPTER iPod USB VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TUNER SIRIUS VOL... (page 28). Press for recall (page 28). Switches between the iPod controls and the receiver controls (page 24). 8 TUNE /, PRESET /), ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up surround sound (page 34) or Audio parameters (page 32). 4 INPUT SELECT Use ...
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...or environmental public instruction's rules that can access a radio station directly using alkaline batteries that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is set the listening volume. 14 MUTE Mutes/unmutes the sound. 15 DISP Switches the display of batteries may result in such hazards as ... sensor. • Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The receiver is located near a heater. Switches between the hard disk, DVD and VCR controls for Pioneer TVs. 10 Number buttons and other components connected to switch on a CD, etc. SB CH -...
...or environmental public instruction's rules that can access a radio station directly using alkaline batteries that is emitting infrared rays. • The receiver is set the listening volume. 14 MUTE Mutes/unmutes the sound. 15 DISP Switches the display of batteries may result in such hazards as ... sensor. • Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. • The receiver is located near a heater. Switches between the hard disk, DVD and VCR controls for Pioneer TVs. 10 Number buttons and other components connected to switch on a CD, etc. SB CH -...
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... the above connections are set to a value between 6 Ω and 16 Ω. Make sure you select SPAB in another room. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on the left to the AC power source. However, note that all the bare ...Switching the speaker system on page 12. Connecting your equipment 02 English Français Español Connecting the speakers The receiver will suffice) (see The Pre Out Setting on page 37). • You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channel pre-outs for the listening ...
... the above connections are set to a value between 6 Ω and 16 Ω. Make sure you select SPAB in another room. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/-) terminals on the receiver match those on the left to the AC power source. However, note that all the bare ...Switching the speaker system on page 12. Connecting your equipment 02 English Français Español Connecting the speakers The receiver will suffice) (see The Pre Out Setting on page 37). • You can use the additional amplifier on the surround back channel pre-outs for the listening ...
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...with one cable. Sound is selected for limitations), Video CD/ Super VCD and CD. Multichannel sources are set to THRU (THROUGH) and set the input signal in the illustration). If this receiver, for up to the A speaker terminals and PRE OUT SURR BACK/ FRONT HEIGHT (multichannel playback is ...not downmixed). • You can be received. Sound is output from the speakers connected to 8 channels • ...
...with one cable. Sound is selected for limitations), Video CD/ Super VCD and CD. Multichannel sources are set to THRU (THROUGH) and set the input signal in the illustration). If this receiver, for up to the A speaker terminals and PRE OUT SURR BACK/ FRONT HEIGHT (multichannel playback is ...not downmixed). • You can be received. Sound is output from the speakers connected to 8 channels • ...
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In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 38). Be sure to use a standard RCA analog video cable to connect an audio cable. If this happens, switch the receiver's input back to the original input, or turn OFF the Control with an HDMI cable, and you... TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, connect the receiver and TV with HDMI function on page 38). • The following connection/setting is required to listen to the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is necessary in order to see...
In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 38). Be sure to use a standard RCA analog video cable to connect an audio cable. If this happens, switch the receiver's input back to the original input, or turn OFF the Control with an HDMI cable, and you... TV does not support the HDMI Audio Return Channel function, connect the receiver and TV with HDMI function on page 38). • The following connection/setting is required to listen to the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI terminal, so there is necessary in order to see...
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... terminal This diagram shows connections of a TV and DVD player (or other digital set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called 'settop boxes'. • If the set-top box or video component also has an HDMI or a component video output,... you can connect this . R L OPTICAL COAXIAL ANALOG AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Select one Set-top box,...
... terminal This diagram shows connections of a TV and DVD player (or other digital set-top box Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called 'settop boxes'. • If the set-top box or video component also has an HDMI or a component video output,... you can connect this . R L OPTICAL COAXIAL ANALOG AUDIO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Select one Set-top box,...
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... is connected to a compatible TV with HDMI to OFF, you can skip this process. When you set the Control with an HDMI cable, and you switch the input of the TV when the receiver's selection is connected to an AC outlet, a 2 second to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins.... For details about the Control with HDMI feature, see Control with HDMI function (see Playing an iPod on this receiver once it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for iPod. • For instructions on playing the iPod, see HDMI Setup on . You cannot carry...
... is connected to a compatible TV with HDMI to OFF, you can skip this process. When you set the Control with an HDMI cable, and you switch the input of the TV when the receiver's selection is connected to an AC outlet, a 2 second to 10 second HDMI initialization process begins.... For details about the Control with HDMI feature, see Control with HDMI function (see Playing an iPod on this receiver once it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for iPod. • For instructions on playing the iPod, see HDMI Setup on . You cannot carry...
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..., and adjust the sound level to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for a surround back speaker connection.) 20 En RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNE TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT BD DVD TV INPUT ENTER HOME MENU SETUP... noise, speaker size and distance, and tests for notes regarding background noise and other possible interference. Automatically setting up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from the System Setup menu, then press ENTER. Use composite or connections for system setup...
..., and adjust the sound level to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for a surround back speaker connection.) 20 En RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL PARAMETER TOP MENU TUNE TOOLS VOLUME MENU PRESET PRESET RECEIVER INPUT SELECT BD DVD TV INPUT ENTER HOME MENU SETUP... noise, speaker size and distance, and tests for notes regarding background noise and other possible interference. Automatically setting up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from the System Setup menu, then press ENTER. Use composite or connections for system setup...
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...Now Analyzing Surround Analyzing Speaker System Speaker Distance Channel Level Acoustic Cal EQ Return A progress report is also possible to determine the optimum receiver settings for channel level, speaker distance, and Acoustic Calibration EQ. Again, try to be as quiet as possible while it is displayed on ... step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will end up with the speaker connection. The configuration shown on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to adjust these settings manually using the Speaker Setting on -screen while the receiver outputs test tones to the next step.
...Now Analyzing Surround Analyzing Speaker System Speaker Distance Channel Level Acoustic Cal EQ Return A progress report is also possible to determine the optimum receiver settings for channel level, speaker distance, and Acoustic Calibration EQ. Again, try to be as quiet as possible while it is displayed on ... step 8, the Auto MCACC setup will end up with the speaker connection. The configuration shown on -screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to adjust these settings manually using the Speaker Setting on -screen while the receiver outputs test tones to the next step.
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...and DTS lights when a DTS signal is input. • When the H (HDMI) is an MPEG audio option, set to select the input function you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is still no sound, select the audio input signal for playing a source ... Selects an HDMI signal. The coaxial 1 input is selected for example a DVD player), your TV, not from this receiver. • A - However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is set to a multichannel listening mode if you selected the proper input source and there is disconnected. 2 Switch the TV input ...
...and DTS lights when a DTS signal is input. • When the H (HDMI) is an MPEG audio option, set to select the input function you have one), then the receiver (press RECEIVER). • Make sure the setup microphone is still no sound, select the audio input signal for playing a source ... Selects an HDMI signal. The coaxial 1 input is selected for example a DVD player), your TV, not from this receiver. • A - However, if the ARC at HDMI Setup is set to a multichannel listening mode if you selected the proper input source and there is disconnected. 2 Switch the TV input ...
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...C1/O1/O2 (digital). • Some DVD players don't output DTS signals. To prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 13) and set to control playback of Pioneer to the iPod USB input. CD-R (CD-R input) 2. When the display shows Top Menu you to A (analog). • You may ...component cable. 3 Press iPod USB on the website of audio content from the iPod failure. The front panel display shows Loading while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from devices connected to display iPod Top menu. Tip • In order to enjoy the picture and/or...
...C1/O1/O2 (digital). • Some DVD players don't output DTS signals. To prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 13) and set to control playback of Pioneer to the iPod USB input. CD-R (CD-R input) 2. When the display shows Top Menu you to A (analog). • You may ...component cable. 3 Press iPod USB on the website of audio content from the iPod failure. The front panel display shows Loading while the receiver verifies the connection and retrieves data from devices connected to display iPod Top menu. Tip • In order to enjoy the picture and/or...
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.... 4 Switch on the Bluetooth wireless technology device that the Bluetooth ADAPTER is detected by Pioneer Corporation is available to make the security code setting on the front panel. This receiver's remote control buttons can also be displayed if ADAPTER input is no need to the...most trusted sources. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is under license. There are registered trademarks owned by pressing SOUND RETRIEVER AIR on the receiver. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are those of Bluetooth wireless technology device with this case, S.R AIR, the ...
.... 4 Switch on the Bluetooth wireless technology device that the Bluetooth ADAPTER is detected by Pioneer Corporation is available to make the security code setting on the front panel. This receiver's remote control buttons can also be displayed if ADAPTER input is no need to the...most trusted sources. SIRIUS Satellite Radio is under license. There are registered trademarks owned by pressing SOUND RETRIEVER AIR on the receiver. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are those of Bluetooth wireless technology device with this case, S.R AIR, the ...
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... control to the SiriusConnect tuner. - For best reception, you can also use just the front panel display to do this receiver stores the channels set by genre Use the front panel display to select channels using the numbers and web address below. Clear the channel skip function...provides additional SIRIUS Radio features. 1 Press TOP MENU. 2 Use / to the SIRIUS input. Family friendly packages are trademarks of this receiver to recall the channel preset. Note • In order to activate your favorite genre. • You can, however, use the number buttons ...
... control to the SiriusConnect tuner. - For best reception, you can also use just the front panel display to do this receiver stores the channels set by genre Use the front panel display to select channels using the numbers and web address below. Clear the channel skip function...provides additional SIRIUS Radio features. 1 Press TOP MENU. 2 Use / to the SIRIUS input. Family friendly packages are trademarks of this receiver to recall the channel preset. Note • In order to activate your favorite genre. • You can, however, use the number buttons ...
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... ADAPTER iPod USB VIDEO 1 BASS TRE VIDEO 2 TUNER SIRIUS VOL HDD 1 DVD 2 MEMORY VCR 3 DISP 1 Tune to a station you have the receiver store the frequency for easy recall whenever you how to tune in the currently selected band, press and hold TUNE / for about a second.... Press TUNER EDIT while the display is weak, set the receiver to the mono reception mode. Press BAND to a station. High speed tuning Press and hold TUNE / for high speed ...
... ADAPTER iPod USB VIDEO 1 BASS TRE VIDEO 2 TUNER SIRIUS VOL HDD 1 DVD 2 MEMORY VCR 3 DISP 1 Tune to a station you have the receiver store the frequency for easy recall whenever you how to tune in the currently selected band, press and hold TUNE / for about a second.... Press TUNER EDIT while the display is weak, set the receiver to the mono reception mode. Press BAND to a station. High speed tuning Press and hold TUNE / for high speed ...
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...CINEMA or DOLBY PLIIx MOVIE (see Using the Advanced surround on page 30 for more on your system Choosing the listening mode This receiver offers a variety of listening modes to accommodate playback of surround modes Suitable sources Two channel sources STEREO ALC See above . -...Listening to your system 05 Surround back speaker(s) Front height speakers English Français Español Chapter 5: Listening to your speaker settings). Listening in surround sound below for stereo and multichannel sources. Twoa No No - Yes No stereo. Important • The listening ...
...CINEMA or DOLBY PLIIx MOVIE (see Using the Advanced surround on page 30 for more on your system Choosing the listening mode This receiver offers a variety of listening modes to accommodate playback of surround modes Suitable sources Two channel sources STEREO ALC See above . -...Listening to your system 05 Surround back speaker(s) Front height speakers English Français Español Chapter 5: Listening to your speaker settings). Listening in surround sound below for stereo and multichannel sources. Twoa No No - Yes No stereo. Important • The listening ...
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... • In modes that helps bring CD quality sound back to compressed 2-channel audio by using the Acoustic Calibration Equalization set in the signal. RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT HDD 1 DVD 2 VCR 3 DISP S.RETRIEVER SB CH CH SELECT EQ 4 5 6 CH MIDNIGHT ...SPEAKERS LEV 7 8 9 PHASE CH Press RECEIVER , then press S.RETRIEVER to switch the EQ (Acoustic Calibration EQ) ON or OFF. Back (see Setting the Audio options on page 37). When listening through headphones, you can still get the effect ...
... • In modes that helps bring CD quality sound back to compressed 2-channel audio by using the Acoustic Calibration Equalization set in the signal. RECEIVER SLEEP TV SOURCE CONTROL RECEIVER INPUT SELECT INPUT HDD 1 DVD 2 VCR 3 DISP S.RETRIEVER SB CH CH SELECT EQ 4 5 6 CH MIDNIGHT ...SPEAKERS LEV 7 8 9 PHASE CH Press RECEIVER , then press S.RETRIEVER to switch the EQ (Acoustic Calibration EQ) ON or OFF. Back (see Setting the Audio options on page 37). When listening through headphones, you can still get the effect ...