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VSX-916-S/-K
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
SINTOAMPLIFICATORE AUDIO/VIDEO MULTICANALE
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your local dealer. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket. If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows ; The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the D3-4-2-1-7a_A_En equipment.
WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain D3-4-2-1-3_A_En or moisture.
Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 ºC +35 ºC (+41 ºF +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light) D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En
WARNING
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V D3-4-2-1-4_A_En or 120V) written on the rear panel.
This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC). D3-4-2-1-9a_En
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling. Private households in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one). For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health. K058_En
VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 60 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 30 cm at each side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the K041_En warranty period.
CAUTION The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time D3-4-2-2-2a_A_En (for example, when on vacation).
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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when D3-4-2-2-1a_A_En on vacation).
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", "Surround EX", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
"DTS" ,"DTS-ES" ,"DTS 96/24" and "Neo:6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
WARNING Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries. D3-4-2-3-3_En
Contents
01 Before you start
Checking what's in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loading the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 6 6 6 Setting the effect options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Listening in stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Listening with Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . 30 Using surround back channel processing . . . 31 Using Virtual Surround Back (VSB). . . . . . . 31 Using Midnight and Loudness. . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the Sound Retriever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Enhancing dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Using the tone controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Playing other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Choosing the input signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Selecting the multichannel analog inputs . . . 33
02 5 minute guide
Introduction to home theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Listening to Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using the Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
03 Quick surround sound setup
Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
07 USB playback
Using the USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Basic playback controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Compressed audio compatibility. . . . . . . . . 35
04 Connecting up
Making cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Analog audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Digital audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Video cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting a DVD player and TV . . . . . . . . . Connecting the multichannel analog outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting other audio components . . . . . . About the WMA9 Pro decoder . . . . . . . . . . Connecting other video components . . . . . . Using the component video jacks. . . . . . . . Connecting to the front panel video terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using external antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hints on speaker placement. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 12 12 12 13 14 14 15 15 16 17 17 18 18 19 20
08 The System Setup menu
Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Surround back speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Manual MCACC speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Fine Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Fine Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Acoustic Calibration EQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Manual speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Speaker Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Crossover Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
09 Using the tuner
Listening to the radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Improving FM stereo sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Tuning directly to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Saving station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Naming station presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Listening to station presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 An introduction to RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Displaying RDS information . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Searching for RDS programs . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Using EON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
05 Controls and displays
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating range of remote control . . . . . . . 22 23 25 27
06 Listening to your system
Auto playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Listening in surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using the Advanced surround effects . . . . 29
10 Making recordings
Making an audio or a video recording . . . . . . 49
11 Controlling the rest of your system
Operating other Pioneer components . . . . . . 50 Setting the remote to control other components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Selecting preset codes directly . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Programming signals from other remote controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Erasing one of the remote control button settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Erasing all of the remote control presets . . . . 53 Direct function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Confirming preset codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Multi Operation and System Off . . . . . . . . . . 53 Programming a multi-operation or a shutdown sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using multi operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using System off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Controls for TVs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Controls for other components . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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12 Other connections
Second Zone speaker B setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Switching the speaker system . . . . . . . . . . 59 Bi-amping your front speakers . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Bi-wiring your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Connecting additional amplifiers. . . . . . . . . . 61 Using this receiver with a Pioneer plasma display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Using the SR+ mode with a Pioneer plasma display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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13 Other Settings
The Input Assign menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 The Other Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Dynamic Range Control Setup . . . . . . . . . . 64 Dual Mono Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 LFE Attenuator Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 SR+ Setup for Pioneer plasma displays . . . 65
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14 Additional information
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Resetting the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Switching the speaker impedance. . . . . . . . . 68 Changing the TV format setting . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Power cord caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Cleaning the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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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 · AM loop antenna · FM wire antenna · Warranty card · These operating instructions WARNING · Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.
Installing the receiver
When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface. Don't install it on the following places: on a color TV (the screen may distort) near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound. in direct sunlight in damp or wet areas in extremely hot or cold areas in places where there is vibration or other movement in places that are very dusty in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen)
Loading the batteries
Caution Incorrect use of batteries may result in such hazards as leakage and bursting. Observe the following precautions: · Never use new and old batteries together. · Insert the plus and minus sides of the batteries properly according to the marks in the battery case. · Batteries with the same shape may have different voltages. Do not use different batteries together. · When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction's rules that apply in your country/area.
Ventilation
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat dispersal (at least 20 cm at the top). If not enough space is provided between the unit and walls or other equipment, heat will build up inside, interfering with performance and/or causing malfunctions. Slot and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to protect the equipment from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, do not place anything directly on top of the unit, make sure the openings are never blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths and curtains), and do not operate the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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Chapter 2:
5 minute guide
Introduction to home theater
Home theater refers to the use of multiple audio tracks to create a surround sound effect, making you feel like you're in the middle of the action or concert. The surround sound you get from a home theater system depends not only on your speaker setup, but also on the source and the sound settings of the receiver. This receiver will automatically decode multichannel Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround sources according to your speaker setup. In most cases, you won't have to make changes for realistic surround sound, but other possibilities (like listening to a CD with multichannel surround sound) are explained in Listening to your system on page 28. Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. Place your speakers as shown below for the best surround sound effect. Also see Hints on speaker placement on page 20 for more on this.
Center speaker (C) Front speaker (L) Front speaker (R)
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Subwoofer (SW)
Surround speaker (RS)
Listening position Surround speaker (LS)
Surround back speaker (SBR)
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Surround back speaker (SBL)
Listening to Surround Sound
With the following quick setup guide, you should have your system hooked up for surround sound in no time at all. In most cases, you can simply leave the receiver in the default settings. · Be sure to complete all connections before connecting to an AC power source.
3 Plug in and switch on the receiver, followed by your DVD player, subwoofer and TV. Make sure you've set the video input on your TV to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this. 4 Press QUICK SETUP on the front panel to specify your speaker setup, room size and listening position. Use the MULTI JOG dial to select and ENTER to confirm your selection. See Using the Quick Setup below for more on this. 5 Play a DVD, and adjust the volume. Make sure that DVD is showing in the receiver's display. If it isn't, press DVD on the remote to set the receiver to the DVD input.1 There are several other sound options you can select. See Listening to your system on page 28 for more on this.2
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1 Connect your DVD player and TV. See Connecting a DVD player and TV on page 13 to do this. For surround sound, you'll want to hook up using a digital connection from the DVD player to the receiver. 2 Connect your speakers and place them for optimal surround sound. See Connecting the speakers on page 19.
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1 You may need to set your DVD player to output Dolby Digital, DTS and 88.2/96 kHz PCM (2 channel) audio (see your DVD player's manual for more on this). 2 Depending on your DVD player or source disc, you may only get 2 channel sound. In this case, the listening mode must be set to STANDARD (see Listening in surround sound on page 28 if you need to do this) if you want multichannel surround sound.
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Using the Quick Setup
You can use the Quick Setup to get your system up and running with just a few button presses. The receiver automatically makes the necessary settings after you have selected your speaker setup, room size and listening position. Use the front panel controls for the steps below. · If you want a more complete setup option, refer to Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC) on page 9. If you choose to do so, you can skip the Quick Setup.1
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· Check the table below to find the speaker setup that corresponds with your system.
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DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING
DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING
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ADVANCED ST/DIRECT/ SURR AUTO SURR
DVD/LD
TV/ SAT
DVR/ VCR
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SIGNAL SELECT
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LISTENING MODE
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Press ENTER.
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PTY SEARCH
MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS SPEAKERS
STANDBY/ON
PHONES
TUNING / STATION TUNER EDIT QUICK SETUP
MCACC SETUP MIC
TONE SETUP
MULTI JOG
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UP
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If the receiver is off, press STANDBY/ON to turn the power on. Press QUICK SETUP. · SW DET flashes in the display while the receiver checks your setup for a subwoofer. SW YES or SW NO confirms the subwoofer check, then the display prompts you to select your speaker setup.
5 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose your room size. Depending on the distance of your speakers from the listening position, choose between small, medium, or large (S, M or L), M being an average-sized room. 6 Press ENTER.
7 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose your listening position. You can cycle between the following choices:
· FWD If you are nearer to the front speakers than the surround speakers · MID If you are equal distance from the front and surround speakers · BACK If you are nearer to the surround speakers than the front speakers
3 Use the MULTI JOG dial to choose your speaker setup. When a subwoofer was detected in step 2, the following choices are available: 2.1ch 3.1ch 4.1ch 5.1ch 6.1ch 7.1ch
If a subwoofer wasn't detected in step 2, you can cycle between the following choices:
8 Press ENTER to confirm your setup. The display shows the speaker setup, room size and listening position that you have selected.
2.0ch 3.0ch 4.0ch 5.0ch 6.0ch 7.0ch
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1 See also Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu on page 36 for more setup options.
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Quick surround sound setup
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Chapter 3:
Quick surround sound setup
Automatically setting up for surround sound (MCACC)
The Auto Multi-Channel Acoustic Calibration (MCACC) setup measures the acoustic characteristics of your listening area, taking into account ambient noise, speaker size and distance, and tests for both channel delay and channel level. After you have set up the microphone provided with your system, the receiver uses the information from a series of test tones to optimize the speaker settings and equalization for your particular room. Important · The Auto MCACC Setup will overwrite any existing speaker settings you've made. · Make sure the headphones are unplugged. Caution · The test tones used in the Auto MCACC Setup are output at high volume.
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Push down on the PUSH OPEN tab to access the MCACC SETUP MIC jack.
MASTER VOLUME
MCACC SETUP MIC
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If you have a tripod, use it to place the microphone so that it's about ear level at your normal listening position. Otherwise, place the microphone at ear level using a table or a chair. · Make sure there are no obstacles between the speakers and the microphone.
3 Press RECEIVER on the remote control, then press the SETUP button. An on-screen display (OSD) appears on your TV. Use / / / and ENTER on the remote control to navigate through the screens and select menu items. Press RETURN to exit the current menu.
· Press SETUP at any time to exit the System Setup menu.1 4 Select `Auto MCACC' from the System Setup menu then press ENTER.
System Setup 2. Auto MCACC Surr Back System Normal (SB) ] 1.Surr Back System 2.Auto MCACC 3.Manual MCACC 4.Manual SP Setup 5.Input Assign 6.Other Setup
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INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM OFF
SOURCE
D.ACCESS
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TUNE ST ST
MENU
T.EDIT
RETURN
SETUP
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TUNE
GUIDE DVD TV
CD-R/TAPE
PTY SEARCH
TV CONTROL DVR
USB
TV CTRL TV VOL INPUT SELECT TV CH VOL
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FM
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Switch on the receiver and your TV.
2 Connect the microphone to the MCACC SETUP MIC jack on the front panel.
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1 The screensaver automatically starts after three minutes of inactivity. If you cancel the Auto MCACC Setup at any time, the receiver automatically exits and no settings will be made.
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Quick surround sound setup
5 Make sure `Normal (SB)' is selected then press ENTER. 1 Try to be as quiet as possible after pressing ENTER. The system outputs a series of test tones to establish the ambient noise level. 6 Follow the instructions on-screen. · Make sure the microphone is connected. · If you're using a subwoofer, it is automatically detected every time you switch on the system. Make sure it is on and the volume is turned up. · See below for notes regarding background noise and other possible interference. 7 Wait for the test tones to finish. A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakers present in your setup. Try to be as quiet as possible while it's doing this.
2.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Environment Check Ambient Noise Microphone Speaker YES/NO
If the speaker configuration displayed isn't correct, use / to select the speaker and / to change the setting (and number for surround back). When you're finished, go to the next step. If you see an error message (ERR) in the right side column, there may be a problem with the speaker connection. If selecting RETRY doesn't fix the problem, turn off the power and check the speaker connections. 9 Make sure `OK' is selected, then press ENTER. A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs more test tones to determine the optimum receiver settings for speaker setting, channel level, speaker distance, and Acoustic Calibration EQ.
2.Auto MCACC Now Analyzing Surround Speaker Speaker Channel Acoustic Analyzing System Distance Level Cal EQ
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[ OK ] [ OK ] [ OK ] :Cancel
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Again, try to be as quiet as possible while this is happening. It may take 3 to 8 minutes. 10 The Auto MCACC Setup has finished! Select `SKIP' to go back to the System Setup menu. The MCACC indicator on the front panel will light to show the setup is complete. The settings made in the Auto MCACC Setup should give you excellent surround sound from your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually using the System Setup menu (starting on page 36).2 You can also choose to view the settings by selecting individual parameters from the Analyzed Data Check screen:
· For correct speaker settings, do not adjust the volume during the test tones. 8 Confirm the speaker configuration. The configuration shown on-screen should reflect the actual speakers you have.
2.Auto MCACC CHECK! Front Center Surround SB SUB W. [ [ [ [ [ YES YES YES Yx2 YES ] ] ] ] ] OK :Cancel
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1 If you are planning on bi-amping your front speakers, or setting up a separate speaker system in another room, read through Surround back speaker setting on page 36 and make sure to connect your speakers as necessary before continuing. 2 · Depending on the characteristics of your room, sometimes identical speakers with cone sizes of around 12 cm will end up with different size settings. You can correct the setting manually using the Speaker Setting on page 42. · The subwoofer distance setting may be farther than the actual distance from the listening position. This setting should be accurate (taking delay and room characteristics into account) and generally does not need to be changed.
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· Speaker Setting The size and number of speakers you've connected (see page 42 for more on this) · Speaker Distance The distance of your speakers from the listening position (see page 44 for more on this) · Channel Level The overall balance of your speaker system (see page 43 for more on this) · Acoustic Cal EQ Adjustments to the frequency balance of your speaker system based on the acoustic characteristics of your room (see page 39 for more on this) Press RETURN after you have finished checking each screen. When you're finished, select SKIP to go back to the System Setup menu.
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Other problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup
If the room environment is not optimal for the Auto MCACC Setup (too much background noise, echo off the walls, obstacles blocking the speakers from the microphone) the final settings may be incorrect. Check for household appliances (air conditioner, fridge, fan, etc.), that may be affecting the environment and switch them off if necessary. If there are any instructions showing in the front panel display, please follow them. · Some older TVs may interfere with the operation of the microphone. If this seems to be happening, switch off the TV when doing the Auto MCACC Setup.
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Connecting up
Chapter 4:
Connecting up
Video cables
Making cable connections
Important · Before making or changing connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. · Make sure not to bend the cables over the top of this unit. If this happens, the magnetic field produced by the transformers in this unit may cause a humming noise from the speakers. · Before unplugging the power cord, switch the power into standby.
Standard RCA video cables
These cables are the most common type of video connection and are used to connect to the composite video terminals. The yellow plugs distinguish them from cables for audio.
Standard RCA video cable
S-video cables
S-video cables give you a clearer picture reproduction than standard RCA video cables by sending separate signals for the luminance and color.
Analog audio cables
Use stereo RCA phono cables to connect analog audio components. These cables are typically red and white, and you should connect the red plugs to R (right) terminals and white plugs to L (left) terminals.
Analog audio cables
S Video
Component video cables
Use component video cables to get the best possible color reproduction of your video source. The color signal of the TV is divided into the luminance (Y) signal and the color (PB and PR) signals and then output. In this way, interference between the signals is avoided.
Component video cables
Right (red) Left (white)
Digital audio cables
Commercially available coaxial digital audio cables or optical cables should be used to connect digital components to this receiver.1
Green (Y) Blue (PB) Red (PR)
Coaxial digital audio cable
Optical cable
Note
1 · When connecting optical cables, be careful when inserting the plug not to damage the shutter protecting the optical socket. · When storing optical cable, coil loosely. The cable may be damaged if bent around sharp corners. · You can also use a standard RCA video cable for coaxial digital connections.
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Connecting a DVD player and TV
This page shows you how to connect your DVD player and TV to the receiver.
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1 Connect a coaxial digital audio output on your DVD player to the DIGITAL COAX 1 (DVD/LD) input on this receiver. Use a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection.1 2 Connect the composite video output and the stereo analog audio outputs2 on your DVD player to the DVD/LD inputs on this receiver. Use a standard RCA video cable3 and a stereo RCA phono cable for the connection.
· If your DVD player has multichannel analog outputs, see Connecting the multichannel analog outputs below for how to connect it.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL
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ANALOG AUDIO OUT R L
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VIDEO IN
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DIGITAL OUT OPT
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AUX FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP ANTENNA MONITOR OUT
IN OPT
CD
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(TV/ SAT) OPT IN DVR / VCR
OUT
CONTROL
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN VIDEO
IN IN
OUT
OUT DVR / VCR
IN
TV / SAT
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ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
IN COAX
DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
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(DVR/VCR)
IN
IN
IN
COAX
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3 Connect the analog audio outputs from your TV to the TV/SAT inputs on this receiver. This will allow you to play the sound from the TV's built-in tuner. Use a stereo RCA phono cable to do this.
· If your TV has a built-in digital decoder, you can also connect an optical digital audio output from your TV to the DIGITAL OPT 2 (TV/SAT) input on this receiver. Use an optical cable for the connection.
(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO
L
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COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT
R AUDIO L ANALOG OUT
VIDEO OUT
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4 Connect the MONITOR OUT video jack on this receiver to a video input on your TV. Use a standard RCA video cable to connect to the composite video jack.4
DVD player
Note
1 If your DVD player only has an optical digital output, you can connect it to the optical input on this receiver using an optical cable. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (see The Input Assign menu on page 63). 2 This connection will allow you to make analog recordings from your DVD player. 3 For better quality, you can also connect with S-video using the S-VIDEO DVD/LD jack. If your player also has a component video output, you can connect this too. See Using the component video jacks on page 17 for more on this. 4 For better quality, you can also connect with S-video using the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. See Using the component video jacks on page 17 if you want to use the component video outputs to connect this receiver to your TV.
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Connecting the multichannel analog outputs
For DVD Audio and SACD playback, your DVD player may have 5.1 channel analog outputs.In this case, you can connect the multichannel analog outputs to the multichannel inputs of this receiver as shown below.1
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DIGITAL OUT OPT IN OPT CD
CEN- SUB TER WOOFER
1 Connect a set of audio/video outputs on the set-top box component to the TV/SAT AUDIO and VIDEO inputs on this receiver.2 Use a stereo RCA phono cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video cable for the video connection.3 2 Connect an optical digital audio output from your set-top box component to the DIGITAL OPT 2 (TV/SAT) input on this receiver. Use an optical cable for the connection.4
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DIGITAL OUT OPT IN AUX FM UNBAL 75 IN OPT CD AM LOOP ANTENNA MONITOR OUT
IN
AUX FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP ANTENNA MONITOR OUT R COMPONE L
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(DVR/VC PB
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(TV/ SAT) OPT IN DVR / VCR
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CONTROL SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT OUT DVR / VCR TV / SAT
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
IN
VIDEO
IN
OUT
MONITO
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ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
IN COAX
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IN
IN
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COAX
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(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO
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S P E A K E R S
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FRONT
LR
A
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(TV/ SAT) OPT IN DVR / VCR
OUT
CONTROL
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN VIDEO
IN IN
OUT
OUT DVR / VCR
IN
TV / SAT
IN
ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
IN COAX
DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
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IN
IN
IN
COAX
R
L
FRONT OUTPUT
CENTER OUTPUT
R
L
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SURROUND OUTPUT
SUB WOOFER OUTPUT
VIDEO OUTPUT
(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO
L
DVD/multi-channel decoder with multi-channel analog output jacks
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DIGITAL OUT
1
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
R
AUDIO
L AV OUT
VIDEO
Connecting a satellite receiver or other digital set-top box
Satellite and cable receivers, and terrestrial digital TV tuners are all examples of so-called 'set-top boxes'.
STB
Note
1 The multichannel input can only be used when DVD 5.1 ch is selected (see page 33). 2 If you've already connected your TV to the TV/SAT inputs, simply choose another input. However, to receive a signal, you'll need to press the input select button for the input you connected the set-top box to. 3 For better quality, you can also connect with S-video using the S-VIDEO TV/SAT jack. If your set-top box also has a component video output, you can connect this too. See Using the component video jacks on page 17 for more on this. 4 If your satellite/cable receiver doesn't have a digital audio output, omit this step. If it only has a coaxial digital output, you can connect it to one of the coaxial inputs on this receiver using a coaxial digital audio cable. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Assign menu on page 63).
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Connecting other audio components
The number and kind of connections depends on the kind of component you're connecting.1 Follow the steps below to connect a CD-R, MD, DAT, tape recorder or other audio component.
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DIGITAL OUT OPT
IN
AUX FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP ANTENNA MONITOR OUT
IN OPT
CD
2
(TV/ SAT) OPT IN DVR / VCR
OUT
CONTROL
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN VIDEO
IN IN
OUT
OUT
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DVR / VCR
IN
TV / SAT
IN
1 If your component has a digital output, connect this to a digital input on the receiver as shown. The example shows a coaxial connection to the CD digital input jack using a coaxial digital audio cable. 2 If necessary, connect the analog audio outputs of the component to a set of spare audio inputs on this receiver. You'll need to make this connection for components without a digital output, or if you want to record from a digital component. Use a stereo RCA phono cable as shown. 3 If you're connecting a recorder, connect the analog audio outputs (REC) to the analog audio inputs on the recorder. The example shows an analog connection to the CD-R/TAPE/MD analog output jack using a stereo RCA phono cable. 4 If your recorder has a digital input, connect it to the digital output on the receiver as shown. Use an optical cable to make this connection.
ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
IN COAX
DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
2
(DVR/VCR)
IN
IN
IN
COAX
1
(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO
L
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3
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OPTICAL
R
REC
IN
L
R OUT
PLAY
L
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
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OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
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About the WMA9 Pro decoder
This unit has an on-board Windows Media® Audio 9 Professional (WMA9 Pro) decoder, so it is possible to playback WMA9 Pro-encoded audio using a coaxial or optical digital connection when connected to a WMA9 Procompatible player.
Note
1 Note 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 components.
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However, the connected DVD player, set-top box, etc. must be able to output WMA9 Pro format audio signals through a coaxial or optical digital output.
4 If your video component has a digital input, connect it to the digital output on the receiver as shown. Use an optical cable to make this connection.
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OUT
IN DVR / VCR CONTROL
Microsoft, Windows Media®, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN VIDEO
IN IN
OUT
OUT DVR / VCR
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TV / SAT
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ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
IN COAX
DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
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Connecting other video components
This receiver has audio/video inputs and outputs suitable for connecting analog or digital video recorders, including VCRs, DVDrecorders and HDD recorders.
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(DVR/VCR)
IN
IN
IN
COAX
1
(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO
L
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1 Connect a set of audio/video outputs on the recorder to the DVR/VCR AUDIO and VIDEO inputs on this receiver. Use a stereo RCA phono cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video cable for the video connection.1 2 Connect a set of audio/video inputs on the recorder to the DVR/VCR AUDIO and VIDEO outputs on this receiver. Use a stereo RCA phono cable for the audio connection and a standard RCA video cable for the video connection.2 3 Connect a coaxial digital audio output on your video component to the DIGITAL COAX 2 (DVR/VCR) input on this receiver. Use a coaxial digital audio cable for the connection.3
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OPTICAL
COAXIAL
R
REC
IN
L VIDEO IN
R OUT
PLAY
L VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
4
VCR, DVR, LD player, etc.
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN
1 For better quality, you can also connect with S-video using the S-VIDEO DVR/VCR IN jack. If your video component also has a component video output, you can connect this too. See Using the component video jacks on page 17 for more on this. 2 For better quality, you can also connect with S-video using the S-VIDEO DVR/VCR OUT jack. 3 If your video component only has an optical digital output, you can connect it to the optical input on this receiver using an optical cable. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the player to (see The Input Assign menu on page 63).
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Using the component video jacks
Component video should deliver superior picture quality when compared to composite video. A further advantage (if your source and TV are both compatible) is progressive-scan video, which delivers a very stable, flicker-free picture. See the manuals that came with your TV and source component to check whether they are compatible with progressive-scan video. Important · If you connect any source component to the receiver using a component video input, you must also have your TV connected to this receiver's COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks.
Connecting to the front panel video terminal
Front video connections are accessed via the front panel using the VIDEO button. There are standard audio/video jacks as well as an Svideo jack and an optical input. Hook them up the same way you made the rear panel connections. · Push down on the PUSH OPEN tab to access the front video connections.
S - VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO INPUT L AUDIO
USB
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DIGITAL IN
MCACC SETUP MIC
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PUSH OPEN
PROCESSING
CD
CD-R / TAPE / MD
FM
AM
USB
AUX
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1 Connect the component video outputs of your source to a set of component video inputs on this receiver. Use a three-way component video cable for the connection. 2 If necessary, assign the component video inputs to the input source you've connected. This only needs to be done if you didn't connect according to the following defaults:
· COMPONENT 1 DVD · COMPONENT 2 TV · COMPONENT 3 DVR See Assigning the component video inputs on page 63 for more on this.
S -VIDEO VIDEO
VIDEO INPUT L AUDIO
USB
R
DIGITAL IN
MCACC SETUP MIC
Video camera (etc.)
V L R
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VIDEO OUTPUT
DIGITAL OUT
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3 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT jacks on this receiver to the component video inputs on your TV or monitor. Use a three-way component video cable.
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Using external antennas
Connecting antennas
Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas below).
fig. a fig. b fig. c
To improve FM reception
Use a PAL connector to connect an external FM antenna.
One-touch PAL connector
3
75 coaxial cable
5
FM UNBAL 75 AM LOOP ANTENNA
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP ANTENNA
4 2
To improve AM reception
Connect a 5 to 6 meter length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM antenna terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM loop antenna. For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.
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1 Pull off the protective shields of both AM antenna wires. 2 Push open the tabs, then insert one wire fully into each terminal, then release the tabs to secure the AM antenna wires. 3 Fix the AM loop antenna to the attached stand. To fix the stand to the antenna, bend in the direction indicated by the arrow (fig. a) then clip the loop onto the stand (fig. b).
· If you plan to mount the AM antenna to a wall or other surface, secure the stand with screws (fig. c) before clipping the loop to the stand. Make sure the reception is clear.
Outdoor antenna
5 to 6 meters
Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)
FM UNBAL 75
AM LOOP ANTENNA
4 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface and in a direction giving the best reception. 5 Connect the FM wire antenna in the same way as the AM loop antenna. For best results, extend the FM antenna fully and fix to a wall or door frame. Don't drape loosely or leave coiled up.
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Connecting the speakers
A complete setup of eight speakers (including the subwoofer) is shown here but everyone's home setup will vary. Simply connect the speakers you have in the manner shown below. 1 The 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 best. Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/) terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers.2 You can use speakers with a nominal impedance between 6 to 16 (please see Switching the speaker impedance on page 68 if you plan to use speakers with an impedance of less than 8 ).
Front speakers
L R
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Center speaker
C
Surround speakers Surround back speakers
LS RS SBL SBR
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DIGITAL OUT OPT
CEN- SUB TER WOOFER
IN
AUX
Nederlands
FM UNBAL 75 IN CD
AM LOOP ANTENNA MONITOR OUT R L
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO
(DVR/VCR) IN 3 PB
OPT
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(TV/ SAT) OPT IN DVR / VCR
OUT
CONTROL SURROUND DVD 5.1CH INPUT OUT DVR / VCR
ASSIGNABLE PR Y
(DVD/LD) IN 1 PB
FRONT
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
PREOUT
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L
L
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(CD) ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN OUT TV / SAT IN VIDEO
IN IN
OUT
MONITOR OUT
(TV/SAT) IN 2
R
SURROUND BACK
R
R
CENTER
IN
TV / SAT
IN
ASSIGNABLE DIGITAL IN
IN COAX
DVD /LD FRONT PLAY CD-R / TAPE / MD
DVD 5.1CH INPUT
MONITOR OUT SUB WOOFER PREOUT
IN
DVD /LD S-VIDEO
2
(DVR/VCR)
IN
IN
IN
COAX
1
(DVD/LD) OUT
REC
R
AUDIO L
S P E A K E R S
R
FRONT
LR
SURROUND
L
CENTER
R
L
A
B
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Powered subwoofer SW
INPUT
Caution · Make sure that all the bare speaker wire is twisted together and inserted fully into the speaker terminal. Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to the receiver.
Note
1 If you're not using a subwoofer, change the front speaker setting (see Speaker Setting on page 42) to LARGE. 2 If you are using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the surround back left (L) terminal.
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Make sure that the speaker cable you're using is properly prepared with about 10 mm of insulator stripped from each wire, with the exposed wire strands twisted together (fig. A). Unscrew the terminal a few turns until there is enough space to insert the exposed wire (fig. B). Once the wire is in position, tighten the terminal until the wire is firmly clamped (fig. C).
fig. A 10 mm fig. B fig. C
the TV is switched on. If you do not have magnetically shielded speakers and notice discoloration of the TV picture, move the speakers farther away from the TV. · If you're using a center speaker, place the front speakers at a wider angle. If not, place them at a narrower angle. · Place the center speaker above or below the TV so that the sound of the center channel is localized at the TV screen. Also, make sure the center speaker does not cross the line formed by the leading edge of the front left and right speakers. · It is best to angle the speakers towards the listening position. The angle depends on the size of the room. Use less of an angle for bigger rooms. · Surround and surround back speakers should be positioned 60 cm to 90 cm higher than your ears and titled slightly downward. Make sure the speakers don't face each other. · To achieve the best possible surround sound, install your speakers as shown below. Be sure all speakers are installed securely to prevent accidents and improve sound quality. Caution · If you choose to install the center speaker on top of the TV, be sure to secure it with putty, or by other suitable means, to reduce the risk of damage or injury resulting from the speaker falling from the TV in the event of external shocks such as earthquakes. · Make sure no exposed speaker wire is touching the rear panel, this may cause the receiver to turn off automatically.
Caution · These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables, disconnect the power cord before touching any uninsulated parts.
Hints on speaker placement
Speakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be floorstanding, while others should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a wall; others should be placed away from walls. We have provided a few tips on getting the best sound from your speakers (following), but you should also follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker manufacturer provided with your particular speakers to get the most out of them. · Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV. · When placing speakers near the TV, we recommend using magnetically shielded speakers to prevent possible interference, such as discoloration of the picture when
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Overhead view of speaker setup
You can also refer to the 3-D speaker setup illustration on page 7.
Front left Front right
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Center
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Subwoofer Surround left Surround right
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Listening position
Surround back left
Surround back right
Single surround back speaker
.
Italiano
The diagrams below show suggested surround and surround back speaker orientation. The first diagram (fig. A) shows orientation with one surround back speaker (or none) connected. The second (fig. B) shows orientation with two surround back speakers connected.
90 to 120
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RS
SBL
SBL
SBR
SBR
fig. A
fig. B
3-D view of 7.1 channel speaker setup
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Controls and displays
Chapter 5:
Controls and displays
Front panel
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VSX-916
MULTI JOG
AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER
ENTER
DIGITAL PRECISION PROCESSING
STANDARD
ADVANCED ST/DIRECT/ SURR AUTO SURR
DVD/LD
TV/ SAT
DVR/ VCR
VIDEO
CD
CD-R / TAPE / MD
FM
AM
USB
AUX
SIGNAL SELECT
SB ch ACOUSTIC PROCESSING EQ
LISTENING MODE
EON MODE
PTY SEARCH
MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS SPEAKERS
MASTER VOLUME
S- VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO INPUT L AUDIO MCACC SETUP MIC
STANDBY/ON
PHONES
TUNING / STATION TUNER EDIT QUICK SETUP
USB R DIGITAL IN
TONE
SETUP
RETURN
MULTI JOG
DOWN
UP
8 9 7
ADVANCED ST/DIRECT/ SURR AUTO SURR
10 14
EON MODE
11 12 13 23
SIGNAL SELECT
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PTY SEARCH
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STANDARD
MIDNIGHT/ LOUDNESS SPEAKERS
SB ch ACOUSTIC PROCESSING EQ
LISTENING MODE
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TUNING / STATION
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TUNER EDIT
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TONE
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QUICK SETUP SETUP
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RETURN
MULTI JOG
1 Input select buttons Press to select an input source. 2 Digital Precision Processing indicator Lights to indicate digital processing. 3 Character display See Display on page 23. 4 MCACC indicator Lights when Acoustic Calibration EQ (page 30) is on (Acoustic Calibration EQ is automatically set to ALL CH ADJUST after the Auto MCACC Setup (page 9) or EQ Auto Setup (page 39)). 5
ENTER
6 MULTI JOG dial Use the MULTI JOG dial to select various settings and menu options. 7
LISTENING MODE buttons STANDARD Press for Standard decoding and to switch between the various Pro Logic IIx and Neo:6 options (page 28). ADVANCED SURR Use to switch between the surround modes (page 29). ST/DIRECT/AUTO SURR Selects stereo/direct playback (page 30). Also selects Auto Surround (Auto playback on page 28).
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8 PHONES jack Use to connect headphones (when connected, there is no sound output from the speakers). 9 STANDBY/ON Switches the receiver between on and standby. 10 VIDEO INPUT See Connecting to the front panel video terminal on page 17. 11 USB interface Connect a USB audio device for playback (see Using the USB interface on page 34). 12 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone. 13 MASTER VOLUME dial 14 EON MODE Use to search for programs that are broadcasting traffic or news information (page 48).
15 PTY SEARCH Use this button to search for RDS program types (page 47).
18 TUNING / STATION Selects the frequency (page 45) and station presets (page 46) when using the tuner. 19 TUNER EDIT Press to memorize and name a station for recall (page 46). 20 TONE Press this button to access the bass and treble controls, which you can then adjust with the MULTI JOG dial (page 32). 21 QUICK SETUP See Using the Quick Setup on page 8. 22 System Setup menu controls SETUP Use with the MULTI JOG dial to access the System Setup menu (page 9, page 36, page 63).
RETURN Press to confirm and exit the current menu. 23 SIGNAL SELECT Use to select an input signal (page 33).
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16 MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS Switches between Midnight and Loudness listening (page 32). 17 SPEAKERS Use to change the speaker system (page 59) and the impedance setting (page 68).
24 SBch PROCESSING Selects surround back channel processing or the virtual surround back mode (page 31). 25 ACOUSTIC EQ Press to select an Acoustic Calibration EQ setting (page 30).
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1 SIGNAL indicators Lights to indicate the type of input signal:
AUTO Lights when AUTO signal select is on.
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SB Depending on the source, this lights when a signal with surround back channel encoding is detected. DIGITAL Lights when a digital audio signal is detected. 2 DIGITAL Lights when a Dolby Digital encoded signal is detected. ANALOG Lights when an analog signal is detected. DTS Lights when a source with DTS encoded audio signals is detected.
10 Tuner indicators Lights when the mono mode is set using the MPX button.
Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. Lights when a broadcast is being received.
2 When the STANDARD mode is on, this lights to indicate decoding of a DTS multichannel signal. 3 2 DIGITAL When the STANDARD mode is on, this lights to indicate decoding of a Dolby Digital multichannel signal. 4 2 PRO LOGIC IIx When the (STANDARD) Pro Logic II mode is on, 2 PRO LOGIC II lights to indicate Pro Logic II decoding. 2 PRO LOGIC IIx lights to indicate Pro Logic IIx decoding (see Listening in surround sound on page 28). 5 VIR.SB Lights during Virtual surround back processing (page 31). 6 DIRECT Lights when source direct playback is in use. Direct playback bypasses the tone controls for the most accurate reproduction of a source. 7 AUTO SURR. Lights when Auto Surround (see Auto playback on page 28) is on. 8 ATT Lights when ANALOG ATT is used to attenuate (reduce) the level of the analog input signal. 9 SLEEP Lights when the sleep mode is active (see Remote control below).
11 EON/RDS indicators EON Lights when the EON mode is set, and flashes during an EON broadcast. The indicator lights when the current station carries the EON service (page 48).
RDS Lights when an RDS broadcast is received (page 47).
12 Speaker indicators Lights to indicate the current speaker system, A and/or B (page 59). 13 Character display 14 Neo:6 When the (STANDARD) Neo:6 mode is on, this lights to indicate Neo:6 processing. 15 ADV.SURR. (Advanced Surround) Lights when one of the Advanced Surround modes has been selected. 16 WMA9 Pro Lights to indicate decoding of a WMA9 Pro signal. 17 MIDNIGHT Lights during Midnight listening (page 32). 18 D.E. Lights when Dialog Enhancement (DIALOG E) is switched on (page 32). 19 LOUDNESS Lights during Loudness listening (page 32). 20 EX Lights when a Dolby Digital Surround EX encoded signal is detected.
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21 Master volume level 22 MCACC channel EQ indicators These indicators show the EQ balance for each channel in Checking your Acoustic Calibration EQ settings on page 41. Also, L and R light when the Sound Retriever is active (page 32).
1 RECEIVER This switches between standby and on for this receiver. 2 MULTI CONTROL buttons Press to select control of other components (see Controlling the rest of your system on page 50). 3 Number buttons and other receiver/ component controls Use the number buttons to directly select a radio frequency (page 45) or the tracks on a CD, DVD, etc.
DISC (ENTER) can be used to enter commands for TVs, and can also be used to select a disc in a multi-CD player. The following are accessed by pressing the RECEIVER button first:
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Remote control
11
RECEIVER
SYSTEM OFF
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1
INPUT SELECT
SOURCE
12
AV PRE-PROGRAMMED AND LEARNING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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DVD TV
CD-R/TAPE
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DVR
USB
TV CTRL
2
CD
FM
SLEEP
AM
SB ch
RECEIVER
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SLEEP Press to change the amount of time before the receiver switches into standby (30 min 60 min 90 min Off). You can check the remaining sleep time at any time by pressing SLEEP once. SB ch Selects the surround back channel mode (page 31) or virtual surround back mode (page 31). ANALOG ATT Attenuates (lowers) the level of an analog input signal to prevent distortion. SR + Switches the SR+ mode on/off (page 62).
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DIMMER Dims or brightens the display. MIDNIGHT/LOUDNESS Use Midnight when listening to movie soundtracks at low volume. Use Loudness to boost the bass and treble at low volume (page 32). DIALOG E Use to make dialog stand out when watching TV or a movie (page 32). D.ACCESS After pressing, you can access a radio station directly using the number buttons (page 45). CLASS Switches between the three banks (classes) of radio station presets (page 46).
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4 Tuner/component control buttons/SETUP The following button controls (except SETUP) can be accessed after you have selected the corresponding MULTI CONTROL button (DVD, AM, FM, TV, etc.)
TOP MENU Displays the disc `top' menu of a DVD. MENU Displays the disc menu of DVDVideo discs. It also displays TV menus. T.EDIT Press to memorize and name a station for recall (page 46). SETUP (Press RECEIVER first to access) Use to access the System Setup menu (see page 36). GUIDE Displays the guides on a digital TV. PTY SEARCH Use this button to search for RDS program types (page 47). RETURN Press to confirm and exit the current menu (also use to return to the previous menu with DVDs).
7 Component control buttons The main buttons ( , , etc.) are used to control a component after you have selected it using the MULTI CONTROL buttons.
The controls above these buttons can be accessed after you have selected the corresponding MULTI CONTROL button (for example DVD or DVR). MPX Switches between stereo and mono reception of FM broadcasts. If the signal is weak then switching to mono will improve the sound quality (page 45). EON Use to search for programs that are broadcasting traffic or news information (page 48). AUDIO Changes the audio language or channel on DVD discs. DISP Switches between named station presets and radio frequencies (page 46). It also displays RDS information (page 47). SUBTITLE Displays/changes the subtitles included in multilingual DVD-Video discs. CH +/ Use to select channels when using a TV, VCR, DVR, etc. The following DVR controls can be accessed by pressing SHIFT: ìREC Starts recording. REC STOP Stops recording. JUKEBOX Switches to the Jukebox feature. HDD/DVD These buttons switch between the hard disk and DVD controls for DVD/ HDD recorders.
5 (TUNE/ST +/) /ENTER Use the arrow buttons when setting up your surround sound system (see page 36). Also used to control DVD menus/options and for deck 1 of a double cassette deck player. Use the TUNE / buttons to find radio frequencies and use ST / to find preset stations (page 46). 6 TV CONTROL buttons These buttons are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV CTRL button. Thus if you only have one TV to hook up to this system assign it to the TV CTRL MULTI CONTROL button. If you have two TVs, assign the main TV to the TV CTRL button (see page 50 for more on this).
TV Use to turn on/off the TV power. TV VOL +/ Use to adjust the TV volume. INPUT SELECT Use to select the TV input signal. TV CH +/ Use to select channels.
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ADV.SURR Use to switch between the various surround modes (page 29). STEREO Selects stereo/direct playback (page 30). Also selects the Auto Surround mode (Auto playback on page 28).
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AUTO SURR Selects Auto Surround (Auto playback on page 28). S. RETRIEVER Press to restore CD quality sound to compressed audio sources (page 32). ACOUSTIC EQ Press to select an Acoustic Calibration EQ setting (page 30). SIGNAL SEL Use to select an input signal (page 33).
RESET See Erasing all of the remote control presets on page 53. READ ID See Confirming preset codes on page 53.
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9 MULTI OPE Press to perform multi operations (page 53). 10 SHIFT Press to access the DVR controls (above the component control buttons) as well as some receiver controls. 11 INPUT SELECT Use to select the input source (use SHIFT for INPUT SELECT ). 12 SOURCE Press to turn on/off other components connected to the receiver (see page 50 for more on this). Press after MULTI OPE to trigger System Off (page 53). 13 Character display (LCD) This display shows information when transmitting control signals.
The following commands are shown when you're setting the remote to control other components (see Controlling the rest of your system on page 50): SETUP Indicates the setup mode, from which you choose the options below. PRESET See Selecting preset codes directly on page 51. LEARNING See Programming signals from other remote controls on page 51. MULTI OP See Multi Operation and System Off on page 53. SYS OFF See Multi Operation and System Off on page 53. DIRECT F See Direct function on page 53. ERASE See Programming signals from other remote controls on page 51.
14 RECEIVER Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the green commands above the number buttons (DIMMER, etc). Also use this button to set up surround sound (page 9, page 36). 15 VOL +/ Use to set the listening volume. 16 MUTE Mutes the sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound). 17 EFFECT/CH SEL Press repeatedly to select a channel, then use +/ to adjust the level (see Tip on page 44). Also adjusts the level of the Advanced Surround effects, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music, and Neo:6 Music parameters (page 29). You can then use the +/ buttons to make these adjustments.
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Operating range of remote control
The remote control may not work properly if: · There are obstacles between the remote control and the receiver's remote sensor. · Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is shining onto the remote sensor. · The receiver is located near a device that is emitting infrared rays. · The receiver is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit.
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Listening to your system
Chapter 6:
Listening to your system
Important · Certain features explained in this section will not be possible depending on the source (for example, PCM 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz, DTS 96 kHz (24 bit) or WMA 9 Pro sources). The following modes provide basic surround sound for stereo and multichannel sources.
STANDARD ADV.SURR STEREO AUTO SURR
· While listening to a source, press STANDARD. If necessary, press repeatedly to select a listening mode.
· If the source is Dolby Digital, DTS, or Dolby Surround encoded, the proper decoding format will automatically be selected and shows in the display. With two channel sources, you can select from: · 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE Up to 7.1 channel sound, especially suited to movie sources · 2 Pro Logic IIx MUSIC Up to 7.1 channel sound, especially suited to music sources · 2 Pro Logic IIx GAME Up to 7.1 channel sound, especially suited for video games · 2 PRO LOGIC 5.1 channel surround sound (sound from the surround speakers is mono) · Neo:6 CINEMA 6.1 channel sound, especially suited to movie sourc