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    Operating Instructions AV Receiver 1522 SC- -K
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    the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. D3-4-2-1- following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet
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    IMPORTANT NOTICE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER OF THIS EQUIPMENT ARE ON THE REAR OR most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound, so what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and
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    this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. Contents 01 Before you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...9 Loading the batteries...9 Operating range of remote
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    and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 93 Manual speaker setup...93 Network Setup menu...95 Checking the Network Information...96 The Other Setup menu...97 MHL Setup...99 13 FAQ Troubleshooting...101 Power...101 No sound...101 Other audio problems...102 ADAPTER
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    85) ! Changing the channel level while listening (page 94) ! Switching on/off the Acoustic Calibration EQ, Auto Sound Retriever or Dialog Enhancement ( Setup and Other Setup menus (page 92) j 13 Making maximum use of the remote control ! Operating multiple receivers (page 79) ! Setting the remote
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    Before you start Checking what's in the box...8 Our philosophy...8 Features...8 Installing the receiver...9 Loading the batteries...9 Operating range of remote control unit 10 About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM 10 7
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    in multi-channel digital contents. % Apple AirPlay® With AirPlay you can stream music from iTunes to the SC-1522 and play it through your home theater system. You can even use the receiver to view metadata including song title, artist as well as album art on a connected display. With Pioneer's Air
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    jagged artifacts left over after compression. % Easy setup using Advanced MCACC The Auto MCACC Setup provides a quick but accurate surround sound setup, which includes the advanced features of Professional Acoustic Calibration EQ. Installing the receiver ! When installing this unit, make sure to
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    instructions on the screen to make the connections and settings. There are also other features enabling easy use of various functions, including an Interactive Manual that operates in association with the receiver, updating functions. The supported browser is In addition, PIONEER CORPORATION is not
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    Controls and displays Remote control...12 Display...14 Front panel...15 11
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    This section explains how to operate the remote control for the receiver. 1 2,3 4 5 6 7 8 9 5 10 RECEIVER ALL ZONE STBY SOURCE DISCRETE ON RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI TV CD NET ADPT USB CBL iPod SAT MHL TUNER INPUT SELECT STATUS RECEIVER INPUT VOLUME TV CONTROL CH VOL MUTE
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    control LED Lights when a command is sent from the remote control. 12 Switches the remote to control the receiver (used to select the white commands). Switch to perform operations in the main zone. Also use this button to set up surround sound. 13 VOLUME +/- Use to set the listening volume. 14
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    Two channels other than the ones above ! XC - Either one channel other than the ones above, the mono surround channel or Sound Retriever function is active (page 70). 20 Character display Displays various system information. 21 Remote control mode indicator Lights to indicate the receiver's remote
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    PRESET PRESET HOME MENU RETURN TUNER EDIT PHONES MCACC SETUP MIC USB 5V 2.1 A HDMI 5 INPUT/ MHL ( on page 14. 5 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control (page 10). ISNEPLUETCTOR sound output from the speakers. 19 MCACC SETUP MIC jack Use to connect the supplied microphone (
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    terminals Use to connect your Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad as an audio and video source (page 37), or connect a USB device for audio and photo playback (page 38). 21 HDMI input/MHL connector Use for connection to a compatible HDMI device (Video camera, etc.) (page 38).
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    optional Bluetooth ADAPTER 37 Connecting an iPod...37 Connecting a USB device...38 Connecting an MHL-compatible device 38 Connecting an HDMI-equipped component to the front panel input 38 Connecting to a wireless LAN...39 Connecting an IR receiver...39 Switching components on and off using the 12
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    receiver, etc.), the methods of connection and terminal names may differ from the explanations in this manual. Also refer to the operating instructions below are assigned by default to the receiver's different input terminals. Refer to The Input Setup menu on page 44 to change the assignments
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    one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers. For instructions on connections, see Installing your speaker system on page 23. Front Bi-Amp Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 7.2-channel surround sound. Front Bi-Amp R L SW 1 SR SW 2 C
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    : 5.1ch Bi-Amp + ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy Bi-amping connection of the front speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.) Front Bi
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    and center speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround sound effect. THX speaker system setup If you are using a THX certified subwoofer, use 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
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    receiver comprises a positive (+) and negative (-) terminal. Make sure to match these up with the terminals on the speakers themselves. This unit supports . This not only improves sound quality, but also reduces the damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for more information. ! If your
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    also be bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! With these connections two speaker cords to the speaker terminal on the receiver. Using a banana plug for the second connection is connected to the left surround back terminal). [A] 9.2 channel surround system (Front height/Front wide) connection ! If
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    height right Front height left Speaker B- left Front right Subwoofer 1 LINE LEVEL INPUT Center Subwoofer 2 LINE LEVEL INPUT Front left [C] 7.2 channel surround system & Front Bi-amping connection (High quality surround) ! Select '7.1ch Front Bi-Amp' from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker
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    , connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals. ZONE 2 - right Front right Subwoofer 1 Center Subwoofer 2 Front left ZONE 2 - left [E] 7.2 channel surround system (Front height/Front wide) & ZONE 2 connection (Multi Zone) ! Select '7.1ch FH/FW + ZONE 2' from the Speaker System menu
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    Front right Bi-amp compatible speaker Front left Subwoofer 1 Center Subwoofer 2 High High LINE LEVEL INPUT Low LINE LEVEL INPUT Low [G] 5.2 channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) ! Select '5.1ch + ZONE 2+3' from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on
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    Sound signal components are assigned to the same input function (see The Input Setup menu on page 44), the converter gives priority to HDMI, this resolution cannot be downsampled, you must connect your monitor/TV to the receiver's HDMI output when connecting this video source. ! If the video signal
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    in order to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver. HDMI/DVI-compatible monitor Select one problem with displaying video this is not a malfunction. ! Depending on the component you have connected, using a DVI connection may result in unreliable signal transfers. ! This receiver supports
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    HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV can be input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 66). - If
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    and it may be necessary to make video output settings. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information. ! If you want to listen to the sound of the TV over the receiver, connect the receiver and TV with audio cables (page 28). ! If you use an optical digital
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    analog or digital video devices, including HDD/DVD recorders and BD recorders. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the recorder to (see also The Input Setup menu on page 44). HDD/DVD recorder, BD recorder, etc. AUDIO IN R ANALOG L VIDEO IN VIDEO
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    tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Setup menu on page 44). STB VIDEO OUT VIDEO Select one AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT R ANALOG L COAXIAL OPTICAL ! Even if your set-top box is equipped with an HDMI output terminal, in some cases the sound is output
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    receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the component to (see also The Input Setup use the additional amplifier on the surround back channel pre-outs for a single speaker as well. In connected directly to the receiver. It is also possible to hear sound only from the pre
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    Connecting AM/FM antennas Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound quality, connect external antennas (see Connecting external antennas on page 34). a b c Connecting external antennas To improve FM reception, connect an external
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    the sub zones can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls. Making MULTI-ZONE RADIO, SiriusXM, PANDORA, MEDIA SERVER, FAVORITES, iPod/USB or ADAPTER PORT inputs is selected in the main setup (ZONE 2) 1 Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 2 OUT jacks on this receiver.
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    2 OUT 1 Connecting your equipment SURROUND BACK A R L (Single) SURROUND BACK A R L (Single) Secondary MULTI-ZONE setup (ZONE 3) % Connect a separate amplifier to the AUDIO ZONE 3 OUT jacks on this receiver. You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in
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    server function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see Network Setup menu on page 95. LAN terminal specifications ! LAN terminal : Ethernet jack (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) Note ! Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you have as the connected equipment and connection
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    device on page 50. USB mass storage device % Switch the receiver into standby then connect your USB device to the USB terminal on the front panel of this receiver. ! This receiver does not support a USB hub. ! For instructions on playing the USB device, see Playing a USB device on page 49
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    rear of this receiver. Closet or shelving unit Non-Pioneer component IR IN IR OUT IN 1 IN 2 IR receiver IR OUT IN 1 IN 2 2 Connect the IR IN jack of another component to the IR OUT jack on the rear of this receiver to link it to the IR receiver. Please see the manual supplied with your
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    once in a while. If you find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. ! Do not use any power cord other than display blinks during this process, and you can turn on this receiver once it has stopped blinking. When you set the Control with HDMI
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    Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language 42 Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC 42 The Input Setup menu...44 Operation Mode Setup...45 About the Home Menu...45 41
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    Basic Setup Changing the OSD display language (OSD Language) The language used on the Graphical User Interface screen can be changed. ! The explanations in these operating instructions are for when English is selected for the GUI screen. ! The OSD display is only displayed when the receiver's HDMI
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    START. 5 Follow the instructions on-screen. Make to be a problem, you can simply receiver upon completion of the Full Auto MCACC Setup. The settings made in the Full Auto MCACC Setup should give you excellent surround sound from your system, but it is also possible to adjust these settings manually
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    the current menu. 2 Select 'System Setup' from the Home Menu. 3 Select 'Input Setup' from the System Setup menu. 4.System Setup A/V RECEIVER a.Manual SP Setup b. Input Setup c. OSD Language d. Network Setup e. HDMI Setup f. Other Setup 4b.Input Setup A/V RECEIVER Input Input Name Input Skip
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    ). Updates to the latest version of the software. Checks the receiver's IP address. Selects your favorite MCACC preset memory. Adjusts the delay time of the overall sound. Plays compressed sound with high sound quality. Dual monaural audio setting. Creates a virtual surround back channel sound for
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    Basic playback Playing a source...47 Playing an iPod...48 Playing a USB device...49 Playing an MHL-compatible device 50 Listening to the radio...51 Bluetooth ADAPTER for Wireless Enjoyment of Music 52 46
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    instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc) with your home theater system. RECEIVER AUTO/ALC/ DIRECT 1 BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI TV CD USB CBL iPod SAT INPUT SELECT NET ADPT MHL TUNER RECEIVER VOLUME RECEIVER Turning off the sound Mutes the sound not multi-channel playback is
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    models. ! This receiver has been developed and tested for the software version of iPod/iPhone/iPad indicated on the website of Pioneer (http://pioneer.jp/homeav/support on page 48. 2 Press iPod USB on the remote control to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB. When the display shows the names of
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    is required between turning the power on and completion of startup. ! Make sure the receiver is in standby when disconnecting the USB device. 2 Press iPod USB on the remote control to switch the receiver to the iPod/USB. When the display shows the names of folders and files, you're ready to play
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    specification are not supported; specifi- cally, Pro, Lossless, Voice. c Apple lossless encoding is not supported. d Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer high quality multi-channel audio data and full-HD operated with the receiver's remote control by pressing the remote control's MHL
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    is weak, press MPX to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound quality and allow you to enjoy the broadcast want to listen to that station. This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time. This receiver can memorize up to 63 stations, stored in seven banks, or
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    and AS-BT200 models supports SCMS-T contents instructions Bluetooth Specifications Ver. 2.1. receiver, disconnect the other device before connecting this receiver. 1 Press ADPT on the remote control to switch the receiver to ADAPTER PORT input. 2 Press TOP MENU to select Bluetooth Setup
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    to a source, set the remote control to the receiver operation mode, then press ADV SURR repeatedly to select SOUND RETRIEVER AIR. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by PIONEER CORPORATION is under license. Other
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    Listening to your system Enjoying various types of playback using the listening modes 55 Selecting MCACC presets...57 Choosing the input signal...57 Better sound using Phase Control 58 Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control 58 54
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    receiver, you can listen to any source in surround sound. However, the options available will depend on your speaker setup and the type of source you're listening to. To play with surround sound, check "Standard surround sound adjust them. ! When listening to 2-channel sources in Neo:X Cinema, Neo:X
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    to make home theater audio sound more like what you hear in a cinema. Different THX options will be available depending on the source and the setting for surround back channel processing (see THX Audio Setting on page 95 for more on this). 1 Press to the receiver operation mode. 2 Press THX (HOME
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    Listening in Auto level control mode (page 55). ! DIRECT - Plays back sound from the source with the least modification next to PURE DIRECT. With DIRECT, For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player. 1 Press to the receiver operation mode. 2 Press SIGNAL SEL
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    of phase' and an unreliable sound image will be produced. ! For discs created with standards other than Phase Control, the LFE channel is delayed upon recording in the first place. Phase Control Plus function corrects for phase shifting on such discs. For instructions on setting the Phase Control
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    Playback with NETWORK features Introduction...60 Playback with Network functions 61 About network playback...62 About playable file formats...64 59
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    service exclusively for use with the Pioneer This receiver supports this receiver manually on the PC. The authorization (or permission) method for access varies depending on the type of server currently being connected. For more information on authorizing this receiver, refer to the instruction manual
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    Internet line conditions, the sound may not be smooth when playing Internet radio. About list of Internet radio The list of Internet radio stations on this receiver is created, edited, and managed by the vTuner database service exclusively for use with this receiver. For details about vTuner
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    pioneer.com Access the above site and use the access code in step 3 to perform user registration, following the instructions reset it to delete the data. See Resetting instructions on the screen to make the account settings. ! As of February 2012, the Pandora service supporting WMDRM. Content owners
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    supported depending on the server type or version used. ! Supported file formats vary by server. As such, files not supported PIONEER OR ITS CUSTOMER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVES WILL CREATE ANY SUCH WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL PIONEER content. ! If there are problems within the network environment (heavy
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    of this receiver supports the following flac Stream MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3 Sampling frequency Quantization bitrate Channel Bitrate VBR/CBR LPCM WMA2/7/8/9 MPEG-4 AAC LC specification are not supported; specifi- cally, Pro, Lossless, Voice. c Uncompressed FLAC files are not supported. Pioneer
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    About the Control with HDMI function 66 Making Control with HDMI connections 66 HDMI Setup...66 Before using synchronization...67 About synchronized operations...67 Setting the PQLS function...67 About Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link 67 Cautions on the Control with HDMI function
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    HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, the sound of the TV is input to the receiver via the HDMI OUT terminal, so there is no need to connect an audio cable. In this case, set ARC at HDMI Setup to ON (see HDMI Setup on page 66). For details
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    the receiver by HDMI, the sound/picture is optimized for the compressed audio/video file played on the player. ! Depending on the compressed audio/video file format, it may not be operated automatically. ! Also see the player's operating instructions. ! See the Pioneer website for players supporting
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    an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors. ! When the receiver's Control is turned ON, even if the receiver's power is in the standby mode, it is possible to output the audio and video signals from a player via HDMI to the TV without producing sound from the receiver, but
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    Network settings from a web browser 75 Using the sleep timer...76 Dimming the display...76 Switching the HDMI output...76 Checking your system settings...76 Resetting the system...76 69
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    is used to OFF compensate for the loss of audio data upon compression, improving the sound's sense of density and modulation. Also, when a player supporting the Sound Retriever Link function is connected to the receiver by HDMI, by setting this to ON, the bitrate ON information of the compressed
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    terminal is conducted with the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, and the sound of digital TV broadcasts is produced with HD quality. This is valid when the input is set to TV and ARC in HDMI Setup is set to ON. (See HDMI Setup on page 66.) ! This can only be selected for
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    channel information. ! This mode is effective for contents with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or less. l ! You can't use the Virtual Wide mode when the headphones are connected to this receiver or when any of the stereo, Front Stage Surround Advance, Sound on the player supporting Stream Smoother
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    for checking the effect.) c 0 to +8 d Default: 0 Setting BRIGHT (Brightness) CONTRAST HUE CHROMA (Chroma Level) BLK SETUP (Black Setup) 73 Using other functions What it does Adjusts the overall brightness. Option(s) c c -6 to +6 d Default: 0 0 d (The image is
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    will simply switch your main speaker terminals on or off. 1 Press to the receiver operation mode. 2 Use SPEAKERS to select a speaker system setting. As mentioned Manual speaker setup on page 93. However, if SP: B ON is selected above, no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel
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    sound or restores the sound if it has been muted (adjusting the volume also restores the sound). a The volume cannot be adjusted on the receiver if Volume Level at ZONE 2 Setup under ZONE Setup recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure. 5 Start
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    system Use this procedure to reset all the receiver's settings to the factory default. Use the front panel controls to do this. Set MULTI-ZONE to MULTI ZONE OFF. ! Disconnect the iPod and USB memory device from the receiver beforehand. ! Set the Control with HDMI to OFF (see HDMI Setup on page 66
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    Sound Retriever Sound Delay Dual Mono DRC SACD Gain LFE Attenuate Auto delay Digital Safety Effect Level 2 PL II Music Options iPod/USB to M6) Standing Wave (M1 to M6) ATT of all channels/filters SWch Wide Trim EQ Data (M1 to M6) All channels/bands EQ Wide Trim Default FULL ON ON OFF 0.0 frame
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    the rest of your system About the Remote Setup menu...79 Operating multiple receivers...79 Setting the remote to control other components 79 Selecting preset codes directly...79 Programming signals from other remote controls 80 Erasing one of the remote control button settings 80 Erasing all
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    input function on page 80. This is a function for resetting all remote control unit settings you have made to the defaults set upon shipment from the factory. See Resetting the remote control settings on page 81. If you have multiple Pioneer receivers, amplifiers, etc., this setting can be used to
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    other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below: RECEIVER ALL ZONE STBY SOURCE DISCRETE ON RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI TV CD NET ADPT
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    multiple Pioneer amplifiers/receivers and their Remote Control Mode have been changed. DISCRETE ON (Discrete On) The Discrete On function lets you perform a series of operations: switching to the input you want to play while turning the receiver's power on. When the receiver is installed in an AV
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    remote to control other components on page 79 for more on this). Use the input function buttons to select the component. RECEIVER ALL ZONE STBY SOURCE DISCRETE ON RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI TV CD NET ADPT USB ENTER TOOLS/GUIDE/ EPG RETURN - AUTO SETUP FREEZE - - AV SELECTION SCREEN SIZE
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    a Controls for MD. b Controls for SACD. CD/CD-R/SACD POWER ON/OFF numerics >10/CLEAR DISC/ENTER - LEGATO LINK - - SACD SETUP - d e g m n o p PURE AUDIO TIME MD/DAT POWER ON/OFF numerics CLEAR OPEN/CLOSE - - - - - - d e g m n o p - - TAPE POWER ON/OFF - CLEAR ENTER MSc MSd
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    The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 85 Automatic MCACC (Expert)...85 Manual MCACC setup...87 Checking MCACC Data...89 Data Management...90 84
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    receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu The Advanced MCACC (Multi Channel ACoustic Calibration) system was developed in Pioneer sound field automatically and fine-adjust the sound field data manually. 1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 87).
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    . 4 When you're finished setting the options, select START then press ENTER. 5 Follow the instructions on-screen. 6 Wait for the Auto MCACC Setup to finish outputting test tones. A progress report is displayed on-screen while the receiver outputs test tones to determine the speakers present in your
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    microphone to this receiver. ! See Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 43 channel, simply use i/j to select it. 4 When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu. Fine Speaker Distance ! Default setting: 10'00'' (all speakers) For proper sound
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    in Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 42 or Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 85, you can also adjust these settings manually to get a frequency balance that suits your tastes. 1 Select 'EQ Adjust' from the Manual MCACC setup menu. 2 Select the channel(s) you want
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    by this receiver (before calibration troubleshooting information. 4 If you selected 'Reverb View', you can check the reverb characteristics for each channel sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 42, the procedure of Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 85 or after fine-adjusting at Manual MCACC setup
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    of the various channels set in the different Manual MCACC setup on page 87), we recommend copying your current settings to an unused MCACC preset. Instead of just a flat EQ curve, this will give you a reference point from which to start. ! The settings made in Automatically conducting optimum sound
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    the MCACC presets stored in memory, you can choose to clear the calibration settings of that preset. 1 Select 'MCACC Memory Clear' from the Data Management setup menu. 2 Select the MCACC preset you want to clear. Make sure you don't clear an MCACC preset you're currently using (this can't be undone
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    The System Setup and Other Setup menus Making receiver settings from the System Setup menu 93 Manual speaker setup...93 Network Setup menu...95 Checking the Network Information 96 The Other Setup menu...97 MHL Setup...99 92
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    receiver with your Pioneer component supporting Control with HDMI (page 65). ! Other Setup - Makes customized settings to reflect how you are using the receiver (see The Other Setup menu on page 97). ! MHL Setup - Changes the settings related to MHL (page 99). Manual speaker setup This receiver
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    sounds best. If you're having problems, the easiest option is to route all the bass sounds to Manual SP Setup menu. Note ! You can change the channel levels by press then using k/l on the remote control. to the receiver operation mode, then press CH LEVEL, and Speaker Distance For good sound
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    is set. ! MANUAL - The desired THX surround mode can be selected regardless of whether or not surround back channel signals are present Manual SP Setup menu. Network Setup menu Make the settings for connecting the receiver to the Internet and using the network functions. 1 Press on the remote
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    Select 'Parental Lock' from the Network Setup menu. 2 Input the password. Use ! OFF - Internet services are not restricted. ! ON - Internet services are restricted. 4 receiver. ! MAC Address - Check the MAC address of this receiver. ! Friendly Name - Friendly Name on page 96. 1 Press on the remote
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    mode. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to change the remote control's setting. See Operating multiple receivers on page 79. 5 When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Other Setup menu. Software Update Use this procedure to update the receiver's software and check the
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    . ! The receiver's settings may be reset when the software is updated. Information on the models for which the settings are reset is provided on the Pioneer website. Check the website before updating. 1 Select 'Software Update' from the Other Setup menu. 2 Select the update procedure. ! Update via
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    sound is Setup menu. On Screen Display Setup When the receiver Setup Select whether or not to switch the input automatically to the MHL input when an MHL-compatible device is connected. ! Default setting: ON 1 Press on the remote instructed by a Pioneer service engineer or custom installer. 99
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    FAQ Troubleshooting...101 Power...101 No sound...101 Other audio problems...102 ADAPTER PORT terminal...103 Video...103 Settings...103 Professional Calibration EQ graphical output 104 Display...104 Remote control...104 HDMI...104 AVNavigator...105 USB interface...106 iPod...106 Network...106 Web
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    strands. The receiver may have a serious problem. Disconnect from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. During loud playback the power sud- Turn down the volume. denly switches off. Lower the 63 Hz and 125 Hz equalizer levels in the Manual MCACC setup on page 87
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    sound is muted until exiting the Home Menu. Other audio problems Symptom Speaker switching sound (clicking sound) is heard from receiver . Check that the Volume Limit is set to OFF (see Volume Setup on page 97). The channel level setting may be over 0.0dB. Certain listening modes or HOME
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    Reset the pairing. Check that the profile is correct. Use a Bluetooth wireless technology device that supports TV to this receiver using the same Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 43). If the noise level cannot be kept low enough, you will have to set up the surround sound manually
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    , the Pioneer-recommended settings channel sound receiver and TV are connected using an HDMI cable. If the TV does not support receivers on page 79). Check whether the receiver's remote control mode is properly set (see Remote Control Mode Setup on page 97). Try replacing the batteries in the remote
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    using the component or composite video jacks between source and receiver. If the problem still persists when connecting your HDMI component directly to your monitor, please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. If video images do not appear on your TV, try
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    specifications are not played back on this receiver (page 49). Connect the USB memory device and switch on this receiver (page 38). A USB hub is currently being used. This receiver does not support USB hubs (page 49). This receiver recognizes the USB to the operation manual supplied with your
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    remote control. Causes Remedies The audio file currently being played back was not recorded in a format playable on this receiver. Check whether the audio file was recorded in a format supported by this receiver does not solve the problem, stop using other devices your network service provider if
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    WLAN POW ERR is still displayed after repeating the above procedure several times, there is a problem with the receiver or the USB cable. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company. The LAN cable is not firmly connected. ! Firmly connect the LAN cable
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    Additional information Surround sound formats...110 About THX...110 About iPod...111 About SiriusXM...111 About FLAC...111 Windows 7...112 MHL...112 Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats 112 Speaker Setting Guide...113 About messages displayed when using network
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    reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. THX Cinema processing THX is an exclusive set of standards sounds will also collapse into the closest speaker as you move away from the middle seating position. Adaptive Decorrelation slightly changes one surround channel
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    channel which has been added during the mixing of the program. This channel, called Surround Back, places sounds . SiriusXM service automatically renews and you will be billed, at thencurrent rates, until products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. THIS SOFTWARE IS
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    (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER Using Stream Direct on page 57) you have selected. Stereo (2 channel) signal formats Input signal format Surround Back speaker(s): Connected Dolby Digital
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    reproduced properly. However, if all the speakers are pointed towards the listening position, the sound field will seem cramped. Testing by the Pioneer Multi-channel Research Group has shown that a good sense of sound positioning can be achieved by pointing all the speakers towards an area 30 cm (12
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    ) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections. Set channels for a monitor with stereo audio limitations). ! If you want to switch the input function, you'll have to switch functions on both the receiver and your display unit. ! Since the sound
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    converts 2-channel sound sources into multiple channels or expands 5.1-channel signals into 6.1 or 7.1 channels. Calibrating the sound field/Improving the sound quality Phase Control The Phase Control technology incorporated into this receiver's design provides coherent sound reproduction through
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    is set to standby. ARC (Audio Return Channel) When a TV supporting the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function is connected to the receiver, the sound of the TV can be input via the HDMI OUT terminal. The sound of the TV can be input from the receiver's HDMI OUT terminal, so connection with the
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    of Wi-Fi Protected Setup. A standard established by AV receiver supports both push-button configuration and PIN code configuration. SSID Abbreviation of Service also the operating instructions of your Bluetooth channel audio data and full-HD video formats. "This receiver incorporates MHL 1."
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    (included CD-ROM) on page 10. Full Auto MCACC See Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 42. Automatic MCACC (Expert) See Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 85. Manual MCACC setup See Manual MCACC setup on page 87. PQLS See Setting the PQLS function on page 67. Phase
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    Analyzer Multi channel simultaneous power Setup microphone...1 Remote control unit...1 AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries...2 iPod cable...1 MHL cable...1 AM loop antenna...1 FM wire antenna...1 Power cord CD-ROM (AVNavigator) Quick start guide Safety Brochure Warranty sheet Note ! Specifications
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    code that matches the component you want to control, you can still teach the remote individual commands from another remote control (see Programming signals from other remote controls on page 80). TV Pioneer 0004, 0006, 0113, 0233, 0252, 0275, 0291, 0305 Admiral 0001, 0014 Adventura 0012 Aiwa
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    ) If operations are not possible using the preset codes below, you may be able to conduct operations with the preset codes for the DVD, BD. Pioneer 2078, 2099, 2107, 2260, 2261, 2264, 2265, 2266, Sharp 2267, 2275 Toshiba 2274 2109, 2144, 2193, 2194, 2195, 2270 Sony 2268, 2271, 2272, 2273, 2196
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    6074, 6073, 6072, 6029, 6122, 6094 MTS 6094 Myrio 6077, 6078 Noos 6040 Cassete Deck Pioneer 5058, 5059 Digital Tape Pioneer 5057 MD Pioneer 5056 Network Audio Player Pioneer 5063 Game X-Box 2313 AV Receiver Pioneer 5096 (ID 1), 5097 (ID 2), 5098 (ID 3), 5099 (ID 4), 122 United Cable 6072, 6122 US
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    service location, to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, or accessories, please go to one of following URLs : Pour enregistrer votre produit, trouver le service 479-4411 PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS
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Operating Instructions
AV Receiver
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1522
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