Pioneer SC-55 Owner's Manual
Pioneer SC-55 Manual
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... the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) D3-4-2-1-1_A1_En WARNING ..., the Class 2 Wiring Cable should be used for connection with speaker, and should be routed away from hazards to ... -
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IMPORTANT NOTICE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER OF THIS EQUIPMENT ARE ON THE REAR OR BOTTOM. RECORD THESE NUMBERS ON YOUR ENCLOSED WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. D36-AP9-1_A1_En The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands CAUTION This product satisfies FCC ... -
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so ...Connecting an IR receiver ...30 Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor ...30 Switching ... 2 ...89 Troubleshooting of wireless LAN ...92 About status messages ...93 Speaker Setting Guide... -
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... and settings as in steps 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9 can be made interactively. For instructions on using AVNavigator, see About using AVNavigator (included CD...channel surround system & ZONE 2/ZONE 3 connection (Multi Zone) SC-57 only: ! [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection ! ... -
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... Auto Sound Retriever Link By connecting a Pioneer Blu-ray Disc player supporting the Sound Retriever Link ... Remote Control App compatible The SC-57 and SC-55 are compatible with a completely re-designed ... while reading the manual. % Dolby Pro Logic llz compatible Adding a pair of speakers above the ... -
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...of Use ! Copyright to data provided on this CD-ROM belongs to PIONEER CORPORATION. Unauthorized transfer, duplication, broadcast, public ... using alkaline batteries that have a longer life. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to install. When "Finish" is selected, installation is completed. ... -
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... Navi starts up. The language selection screen appears. Follow the instructions on the screen to make the connections and automatic settings. Wiring Navi ... the Start menu, click "Program" d "PIONEER CORPORATION" d "AVNavigator(SC-57 or SC-55)" d "Uninstall". AVNavigator includes the ... -
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... (page 65). 3 RCU SETUP 6 7 8 CH VOL MUTE 15 AUDIO PARAMETER LIST TOP MENU BAND PRESET ENTER VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 63). 4 Input function buttons CATEGORY ... -
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.... 15 Scroll indicators Light when there are more selectable items when making the various settings. 16 Speaker indicators Lights to indicate the current speaker system using SPEAKERS (page 59). 17 SLEEP Lights when the receiver is in sleep mode (page 61). 10 En -
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...the headphones are connected, there is no sound output from the speakers. 8 AUDIO PARAMETER 9 10 TUNE 11 SPEAKERS ...page 32). 7 ENTER PRESET PRESET BAND 11 SPEAKERS PHONES HOME MENU TUNE RETURN TUNER ... 5V USB 2.1 A HDMI 3 INPUT Use to change the speaker terminal (page 59). 12 MULTI-ZONE... -
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... make up your home theater system. SC-55 HDMI ASSIGNABLE IN 1 IN 2 IN 4 (VIDEO) BD IN... names may differ from the explanations in this manual. Also refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices. ZONE2 ... OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 IN 2 OUT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 ... -
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... your equipment 03 Determining the speakers' application This unit is equipped with speaker terminals for 9 channels, allowing users to select a variety of... Select one speaker layout/usage pattern before connecting the speakers. For instructions on connections, see Installing your speaker system ... -
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... in ZONE 2. (The selection of input devices is limited.) This speaker layout/usage pattern provides 7.2-channel .... (The selection of input devices is limited.) SC-57 only ! Speaker System setting: 5.1ch... be biamped to achieve high quality sound. The speakers from which sound is output can be switched... -
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...amping connection (High quality surround) SC-57 only ! Speaker System setting: 5.1ch .... ! For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2 m to 3 m (6 ft. to 9 ft.) apart, at equal distance ...Bi-amping connection of the front and surround speakers for high sound quality with 5.2-channel surround ... -
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...speakers themselves. Note ! Please refer to the manual that came with your speakers for details on how to connect the other ...bi-wired if they support bi-amping. ! With these connections, the Speaker System setting... severely damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for more information. ! If your... -
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... your equipment 03 Installing your speaker system At the very least, front left ... this. ! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals... this. ! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals... -
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... do this. ! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals....do this. ! When only connecting one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals....left ZONE 2 - left Bi-amp compatible speaker Front left High High LINE ... -
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...system setting on page 76 to do this. Bi-amp compatible speaker Front right Subwoofer 1 Center Subwoofer 2 Bi-amp ...IN 1 IR OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 ZONE2 OUT AUDIO CENTER R FRONT HEIGHT L R... 1 IR OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 IN 2 OUT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) ... -
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... [H] 5.2 channel surround system & Speaker B Bi-amping connection SC-57 only ! Select... AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 ANTENNA IN 1 IR OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 IN 2 OUT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX... V TRIGGER High Bi-amp compatible speaker Speaker B left Bi-amp compatible... -
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... on page 76 to do this. Bi-amp compatible speaker Front right Subwoofer 1 Center Subwoofer 2 [J]... (High quality surround) SC-57 only ! Select '5.1ch F+C Bi-Amp' from the Speaker System menu. ...speaker Front right Subwoofer 1 Bi-amp compatible speaker Center Subwoofer 2 Bi-amp compatible speaker ... -
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... Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) technology. This receiver supports the functions described below through HDMI ..., but so long as there is no problem with displaying video this is not a malfunction. Depending ... result in unreliable signal transfers. This receiver supports SACD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby ... -
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... HDMI cable. If the TV and playback components support the Control with HDMI feature, the convenient Control with ... IR OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 EXTENSION (OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX) ... and receiver are connected by HDMI connections, if the TV supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) ... -
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...IR OUT AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 RS-232C R FRONT L CENTER B L R SURROUND IN... ANTENNA IN 1 IR OUT FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 EXTENSION (OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX) ... make output settings. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your component for more information. ... -
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...L R SURROUND A L L (Single) AM LOOP AM LOOP ANTENNA IN 1 IR OUT FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 ANTENNA IN 1 IR OUT FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 IN 2 OUT IN 2 OUT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) (OUTPUT 5 V ... -
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... your equipment Connecting the multichannel analog inputs SC-57 only For DVD Audio and SACD... analog outputs (depending on whether your player supports surround back channels). Make sure ... OUT FRONT WIDE / SUBWOOFER MULTI CH IN L R SPEAKERS NTER B L R SURROUND A L R (Single) Surround back ... -
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...OUT jacks on this receiver. You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown in ...are not using the MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) on page 27 for your primary ...20 ft.) ZONE 2 MULTI-ZONE setup using speaker terminals (ZONE 2) Either the surround back or... -
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... on this receiver. You should have a pair of speakers attached to the sub zone amplifier as shown ... and AC adapter to the SiriusConnectTM tuner. ! For instructions on playing the SIRIUS Radio, see Listening ... AM LOOP FM UNBAL 75 SPEAKER 1 IN IN 1 IN 2 IN 4 (VIDEO) IN 2 OUT BD IN 2 (OUTPUT 12... -
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... function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see Network Setup menu ...and connect Bluetooth ADAPTER to the ADAPTER PORT. ! For instructions on playing the Bluetooth wireless technology device,... technology enabled device must support A2DP profiles. ! Pioneer does not guarantee... -
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... ANTENNA IN 1 IR OUT FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 Important ! Note that if you use ... receiver to link it to the IR receiver. Please see the manual supplied with your IR receiver for the type ...OUT jack of that component to the CONTROL IN jack of another Pioneer component. Use a cable with a mono mini-... -
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... connected all your components to this receiver, including the speakers. When you set the Control with HDMI to OFF, ... find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. ! Do ... IN 1 IR OUT FM UNBAL 75 IN SPEAKERS 1 IN 2 OUT 2 (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 ... -
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... can be changed. ! The explanations in these operating instructions are for when English is selected for the GUI screen. 1 Press ...EQ Professional menu in the Manual MCACC setup (page 71). If the speakers are connected using ... system in another room, read through Speaker system setting on page 76 and ... -
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... off if necessary. If there are any instructions showing in the front panel display, please ... 4 5 Press then select START. Follow the instructions on-screen. Make sure the microphone is connected,... displayed isn't correct), there may be a problem with the speaker connection. If selecting RETRY ... -
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...whose operations are restricted are automatically set to achieve the Pioneer-recommended sound and picture quality.... can be set as necessary by referring to the operating instructions. Operable functions/ items HOME MENU ... Setup menu. 4.System Setup A/V RECEIVER a.Manual SP Setup b. Input Setup c. OSD... -
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... The Full Band Phase Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected. Switches the input to iPod/ USB and sets the mode ...the listening VOLUME +/-, volume. MUTE LISTENING MODE PQLS Only Pioneer-recommended modes can be selected. Plays using the PQLS function.... -
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... Basic playback Playing a source Here are the basic instructions for playing a source (such as a DVD disc)...inputs for surround sound playback. ! When the center or surround speakers are bi-amped, no sound is produced .../iPad indicated on the website of Pioneer (http:// pioneer.jp/homeav/support/ios/na... -
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...the device) for USB power. If this doesn't remedy the problem, it is likely your USB device is incompatible. Playing... players (MP3 players) of format FAT16/32. ! Pioneer cannot guarantee compatibility (operation and/or... ENTER VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE TV / DTV PRESET HDMI OUT CATEGORY... -
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... playable file formats The USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some ... 16 bit 2 ch 8 kbps to 320 kbps Supported/Supported 3 Continue browsing until you ... playable but some parts of the specification are not supported; specifically, Pro, Lossless, Voice. Photo ... -
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... broadcasts using the automatic (search) and manual (step) tuning functions. If you ... to begin enjoying the service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are provided with the SIRIUS... want to listen to that station. This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time. This receiver can... -
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... channels and browsing by genre From the SIRIUS Channel Guide, you can browse SIRIUS Radio ... parental lock are not displayed in the Channel Guide, but may be accessed by directly inputting ... it down in the space provided near the end of this manual. Contact SIRIUS on the internet at: https://activate.... -
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...! It must be necessary that the Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device supports AVRCP profiles. ! Remote control operations cannot be guaranteed ... Use i/j to select a number and k/l to move the cursor. 7 Follow the instructions displayed on the GUI screen to conduct pairing with the Bluetooth ... -
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...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 trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. 2 From the Bluetooth wireless technology device, ... -
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... sound. However, the options available will depend on your speaker setup and the type of source you'...and shows in the display. ! If the surround back speakers are not connected, 2 Pro Logic IIx ...LOGIC - 4.1 channel surround sound (sound from the surround speakers is mono) ! 2 Pro Logic IIz HEIGHT ... -
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...sound to a stereo source, using all of your speakers ! F.S.SURR FOCUS - Use to provide a rich ...directed to the center of where the front left and right speakers sound projection area converges. ! F.S.SURR ... sound effects using just the front speakers and the subwoofer. Note ! When listening sources... -
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... DVD players don't output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player. Better sound using ...The Full Band Phase Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected. En 1 Press mode. to the receiver operation 45 -
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... the CD-ROM (AVNavigator), the original characteristics of group delay of the speakers calibrated and the corrected characteristics of group delay can be ... in 3-dimension on your PC. For details, refer to the operating instructions for the Advanced MCACC PC Display Application Software included on ... -
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..., and managed by the vTuner database service exclusively for use with the Pioneer products. dSee Playback ... DMRs (Digital Media Renderers). This receiver supports this DMR function. When in the DMR mode, such ... function, it is necessary to set up the network manually. Otherwise, you cannot play back ... -
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...connected. For more information on authorizing this receiver, refer to the instruction manual of your server. 2 Use i/j to select ... VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE TV / DTV PRESET HDMI OUT... stations not on the vTuner list from the special Pioneer site With the receiver, broadcast stations not... -
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...! Get access code - The access code required for registration on the special Pioneer Internet radio site is displayed. ! Show Your WebID/PW... the access code in step 3 to perform user registration, following the instructions on the screen. Listening to Pandora Internet Radio Pandora is personalized... -
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... of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft. to the operating instructions for the software or device for more information. DLNATM, the DLNA .... NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY PIONEER OR ITS CUSTOMER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVES WILL CREATE ANY SUCH WARRANTY. IN NO ... -
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...of such software, network connection may be blocked. Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and... your server to ensure the compatibility of file formats supported by your server. ! Internet radio playback may... 16 bit 2 ch 5 kbps to 320 kbps Supported/Supported 8 kHz to 48 kHz 16 ... -
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07 Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs Category Extension Stream Sampling frequency Quantization bitrate 32 kHz to 192 kHz 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit 2 ch - - FLAC .flac FLAC Channel Bitrate VBR/CBR a "MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson ... -
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... do not support Control with HDMI. ! We only guarantee this receiver will work with Pioneer Control ..., settings, etc., refer to also the operating instructions for each component. ! When connecting this system or changing ...power is turned off and you have a supported source begin playback while using ... -
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...HDMI function is connected to a player or recorder of a brand other than Pioneer that supports the Control with HDMI function. ! When playback starts on the ..., PQLS only works when playing CDs. Please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your player for more information. This function is... -
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... PQLS effect is disabled. ! When this receiver is connected by HDMI cable to a Pioneer player that is compatible with the PQLS function via HDMI connection ... the receiver using the Control with HDMI function. When a player supporting the respective function is connected to the receiver by HDMI, the ... -
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... GALLERY (digital audio input only) to achieve high sound quality. Also, when a player supporting the Auto Sound Retriever Link function is connected to the receiver by HDMI, .... CH1 - Channel 1 is heard only CH2 - Channel 2 is heard only CH1 CH2 - Both channels heard from front speakers 56 En -
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... C.WIDTH (Center Width) (Applicable only when using a center speaker) DIMENSION PANORAMA c 0 to 7 d Default: 3 Adjusts the depth of the ...on page 54 . g This feature is only available when the connected display supports the automatic audio/video synchronizing capability ('lipsync') ... -
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... the Virtual Height mode if the surround speakers are on and the FH setting is set to NO... the Virtual Depth mode if the surround speakers are on. j Setting What it does Option(s) AUTO PURE... turns on when network contents are played on the player supporting Stream Smoother and connected to this unit... -
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...Option(s) c -6 to +6 d Default: 0 c -6 to +6 d Default: 0 c -6 to +6 d Default: 0 c -6 to +6 d Default: 0 7.5 0 Switching the speaker terminals If you selected 9.1ch ... will not be heard. ! SP: A+B ON - Sound is output from the A-speaker terminals (up to 7 channels, depending on the source... -
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... zone(s) continue to show in the display. Note ! When 7.1ch + Speaker B or 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp is selected ... output depends on the settings you made in Manual speaker setup on page 76 . However,.... into the recording device and set the recording levels. Refer to the instructions that came with the 60... -
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...audio recording level automatically-check the component's instruction manual if you're unsure....Speaker B or 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp is selected for the Speaker System setting (page 76) and ... to SP: A ON. Sound is only output in the room where the A speakers are located. ! HDMI OUT 2 - Switches to SP... -
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...other functions Default system settings Setting Digital Video Converter SPEAKERS Speaker System Front Center Speaker Setting FH/FW Surr SB SW Surround Position Crossover X-Curve DIMMER Inputs ... MCACC Position Memory Channel Level (M1 to M6) Speaker Distance (M1 to M6) Standing Wave (M1 ... -
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... can be selected from among four modes, in consideration of convenience and battery service life. See Setting the backlight mode on page 65 . This is a ... the remote control settings on page 66 . If you have multiple Pioneer receivers, amplifiers, etc., this setting can be used to prevent other units ... -
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...AUDIO PARAMETER LIST TOP MENU BAND VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE ENTER PRESET HDMI PRESET 4 Press the corresponding button on the... 120 preset codes from other components (this has been tested with codes of Pioneer format only). Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned... -
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... selected from among four modes, in consideration of convenience and battery service life. 4 Select the button for the command you want to input. ... don't need to program the receiver to switch on or off. This is done automatically. With Pioneer components, you don't need to program the power to ... -
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... LIST TOP MENU BAND PRESET ENTER VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS T.EDIT GUIDE PRESET Using System off 1 Press MULTI OPERATION. Release the button ... PHASE CTRL STATUS The command sequence you programmed will run, then all Pioneer components will switch off, followed by this receiver (switch of all the ... -
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.../ VCR DVR POWER ON/ OFF numerics + ENTER TOP MENU GUIDE i/j/k/l ENTER POWER ON/ OFF numerics TV POWER ON/ ... k (dot) CH ENTER EXIT/INFO TOOLS/ GUIDE/EPG TV (Monitor) POWER ON/ OFF numerics KURO ... SAT/ CATV POWER ON/ OFF numerics * ENTER LIST GUIDE i/j/k/l ENTER HOME MENU RETURN Red Green Yellow ... -
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10 Controlling the rest of your system TV (Projector) Button(s) u SOURCE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 !/CLR ENTER (CLASS) TV (Projector) POWER ON MOVIE STANDARD DYNAMIC USER1 USER2 USER3 COLOR+ SHARP+ GAMMA COLOR- SHARP- COLOR TEMP EXIT INFO i/j/k/l ENTER i/j/k/l ENTER TEST HIDE MENU m d n o e g p... -
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... fine-adjust the sound field data manually. CAUTION ! The test tones used in the Auto... calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the connected speakers. ! Manual MCACC - Fine-tunes your... are saved and no errors occur. When the speakers are connected to this receiver, the test tone is output... -
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...viewing environment, we recommend adjusting the settings manually. You can also choose to view ...configuration displayed isn't correct), there may be a problem with the speaker connection. If selecting RETRY... setting the options, select START then press ENTER. 5 Follow the instructions on-screen. 70... -
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... before you connect the microphone to this receiver. ! See Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 33... Calibration EQ Professional on page 72 ). ! Precision Distance (SC-57 only) - Fineadjusting the positions ... that you may not achieve using the Manual speaker setup on page 76 . position, ... -
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... i/j to raise or lower the channel level for the current speaker. You will return to the Manual MCACC setup menu. Using Acoustic ... bands) Acoustic Calibration Equalization is a kind of room equalizer for your speakers (excluding the subwoofer). It works by measuring the acoustic characteristics of ... -
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... EQ graphical output on page 87 for troubleshooting information. Reverb Measurement measurements are conducted. ... decibels in 2 dB steps. Precision Distance SC-57 only Before using this function, ... performing the procedure at Fine Speaker Distance on page 71 in the Manual MCACC measurements, then ... -
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...(Expert) on page 69 or after fine-adjusting at Manual MCACC setup on page 71 , you ... MCACC preset and its graph are displayed. Speaker Distance Use this to display the distance from the different ... Distance on page 78 for more on this. 1 Select 'Speaker Distance' from the MCACC Data Check menu. ... -
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.... Copying MCACC preset data If you want to manually adjust the Acoustic Calibration EQ (see Manual MCACC setup on page 71 ), we recommend copying your current settings to an ... & Distance - Copies only the channel level and speaker distance settings of the selected MCACC preset memory. En... -
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...! HDMI Setup - Synchronizes this receiver with your Pioneer component supporting Control with HDMI (page 53). !...SP Setup are output at high volume. 1 Select 'Speaker System' from the Manual SP Setup menu. See Making ... Using the MULTI-ZONE controls on page 60 ). SC-57 only: ! 5.1ch + SP-B Bi-Amp... -
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...heard from diagonally to the rear as it should be. Depending on the positions of the speakers and the sound source, in some cases ...not changed. You will return to the Manual SP Setup menu. Speaker Setting Use this setting... best. If you're having problems, the easiest option is to route all the bass... -
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...re finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual SP Setup menu. 1 Select 'X-Curve'...57, SELECT2 for the SC-55. 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual... sound, make sure the surround back speakers are the same distance from the listening position. 1 Select... -
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... you will not need to set up the network manually. You must set up the network ...settings. It is advised that you also refer to the operation manual supplied with your network component. ! In case ...Parental Lock Set restrictions for using Internet services. Also set the password accompanying the usage ... -
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... the access point and wireless LAN converter, following the instructions displayed on the receiver's screen. This is the simplest way of making the ... we recommend making the connection settings at Search for Access Point or Manual Setting. Checking the Network Information The setting status of the... -
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... you want. 3 Select 'OK' to change the remote control mode. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to change the remote control's setting. See Operating multiple receivers on page 63 . Multi Channel Input Setup SC-57 only You can adjust the level of the subwoofer for ... -
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... USB port on the receiver's front panel. ! If an update file is provided on the Pioneer website, download it onto your computer. When downloading an update file from the Pioneer website onto your computer, the file will be in ZIP format. Unzip the ZIP file before ... -
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... 13 Additional information Troubleshooting 1 Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions... Check that there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the rear panel off... a serious problem. Disconnect from the power and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company... -
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... even if MULTI CH IN is selected. Remedy SC-57 only: When 5.1ch F+Surr Bi-... Level on page 77 ). Other audio problems Symptom Speaker switching sound (clicking sound) ...may be out of phase. Check that the positive/negative speaker terminals on the receiver are matched with the corresponding terminals ... -
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... (see Speaker Distance on page 78 ). ADAPTER PORT terminal Symptom The Bluetooth wireless ... may not be set to the communication mode supporting the Bluetooth wireless technology. Check the setting ... is selected. When Operation Mode is set to Basic, the Pioneer-recommended settings are made and not ... -
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... recurring problem. Video signals are not output from the component terminal. Can't adjust the Fine Speaker ... you will have to set up the surround sound manually (page 76). When using only one ... power cord.) When Operation Mode is set to Basic, the Pioneer-recommended settings are made and not all... -
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... measurements. EQ adjustments made using the Manual MCACC setup do not appear ... management (the subwoofer channel) will not change for speakers that have been specified as SMALL in the configuration,... of the CONTROL IN jacks (see Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor on page 30 ... -
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..., please consult the component or monitor manual or contact the manufacturer for support. If video images ..., but so long as there is no problem with displaying video, this is not a malfunction. Even... with HDMI setting to on (see TV's operating instructions). Connect the TV to the HDMI OUT 1 terminal... -
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Additional information 13 Troubleshooting 2 AVNavigator Symptom AVNavigator does not interact well with ... receiver. If your router does not support DHCP, the receiver's IP address must be... not operate well. There may be a problem with your Internet Service Provider's network. The receiver's ... -
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.... Causes The USB memory device does not support the mass storage class specifications. Remedies Try ... properly set. router, or set up the network manually according to your network environment (page 78... Try using another server. Refer to the operation manual supplied with your server. Check whether ... -
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... Check whether the audio file was recorded in a format supported by this receiver. Check whether the folder has ... components on the network, and consult with your network service provider if necessary (page 78). ... consoles, etc.). If this does not solve the problem, stop using other devices that emit ... -
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13 Additional information Troubleshooting of wireless LAN Network cannot be accessed via wireless ... times, there is a problem with the receiver or the USB cable. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer ... shared key authentication. ! The receiver does not support WEP 152-bit length code ... -
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... Exists Favorite List Full Speaker Setting Guide In order to achieve an even better ... field correction using the equalizer and speaker phase characteristic correction using the Full ...all the speakers are pointed towards the listening position, the sound field will seem cramped. Testing by the Pioneer... -
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... be as equidistant as possible to the monitor. ! If the center speaker is not of the shielded type, install it away ... (page 32) and Precision Distance (SC-57 only) (page 73) procedure...) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections. Cleaning the unit... -
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... the tonal characteristics of the sound coming from the front speakers. This ensures seamless panning between the front...://www.thx.com for more detailed information. In case of SC-57 DTS The DTS technologies are explained... the digital and analog domain. In case of SC-55 Timbre Matching THX, the THX... -
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...CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND... Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Service not available in Alaska and Hawaii. About FLAC FLAC ... -
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... formats Input signal format Surround Back speaker(s): Connected Dolby Digital EX (6.1 channel flagged)... sources Other 5.1/6.1/7.1 channel sources Surround Back speaker(s): Not connected DVD-A sources/Multi-ch ... DVD-A sources SACD sources Surround Back speaker(s): Not connected Dolby Digital Surround ... -
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... Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected. Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is... frequency phase disturbances (group delay) for the full speaker band (Full Band) (SYMMETRY), but ... back channel through your surround speakers. You can choose to listen to sources ... -
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...surround sound effects using only the front speakers, without deteriorating the quality of the original sound...-compatible Pioneer TV or Blu-ray Disc player or with a component of another make that supports... with En vTuner vTuner is a paid online database service that allows you to listen to radio and... -
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... and PIN code configuration. This AV receiver supports both push-button configuration and ... communications. For more details, see also the operating instructions of your Bluetooth wireless technology device. ... functions and settings. SSID Abbreviation of Service Set IDentifier. A wireless LAN access ... -
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...See Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 69 . Progressive Motion See Setting the Video options on page 58 . Manual MCACC setup See Manual MCACC setup on page 71 . Pandora See Playback with Home Media Gallery on page 48 . Advanced Video Adjust See Setting ... -
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...harmonic distortion ...0.04 % (1 kHz, 130 W + 130 W, 8 W) Guaranteed speaker impedance ...6 W to 16 W * Measured pursuant to the Federal Trade ...) SC-57 ...17.7 kg (39.0 lb) SC-55 ...17.4 kg (38.4 lb) ... cord CD-ROM (AVNavigator) These operating instructions Video Section Signal level Composite Video ... -
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Additional information 13 Preset code list You should have no problem controlling a component if you find the manufacturer in this list, but ... remote control (see Programming signals from other remote controls on page 64 ). TV Pioneer 0004, 0006, 0113, 0115, 0116, 0117, 0119, 0122, 0123 Admiral ... -
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... codes for the BD, DVR (BDR, HDR). Pioneer 2014, 2158 Accurian 2092 Advent ... operations with the preset codes for the DVD, BD. Pioneer 2103, 2150, 2151, 2152, 2153..., 2110, 2113 Toshiba 2111 VCR Pioneer 1035 ABS 1017 Adventura 1005... codes for the DVD, DVR (BDR, HDR). Pioneer 2159, 2160 Denon 2147, 2148... -
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... Set Top Box (SAT/PVR Combination) Pioneer 0126, 0128 Bell ExpressVu 6002, ..., 6115, 6116 Satellite Set Top Box Pioneer 0126, 6097, 6098, 6145 ADB 6035,... 6127, 6129 Cable Set Top Box Pioneer 6028, 6029, 6095, 6099 ABC 6122... Set Top Box (Cable/PVR Combination) Pioneer 0127, 6029 Amino 6078 Bright House... -
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13 Additional information CD (SACD) Pioneer 5065, 5066 AKAI 5043 Asuka 5045 Denon 5019 Fisher 5048 ... Technics 5041 Victor 5014 Yamaha 5024, 5025, 5038, 5046, 5047 CD-R Pioneer 5067 Philips 5054 Yamaha 5055 Cassete Deck Pioneer 5058, 5059, 5070 Digital Tape Pioneer 5069 MD Pioneer 5068 106 En -
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