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  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL RECEIVER VSX-49TXi Operating Instructions
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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. IMPORTANT NOTICE H006AEn The serial number for
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    in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. ELECTR N• STRIES •A ONIC for a lifetime. We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
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    , using the MCACC system you can setup this receiver for optimal DVD-A playback. Next Generation THX Standards and New Digital Formats The VSX-49TXi is THX Ultra2 certified. Among the new THX technologies is ASA (Advanced Speaker Array), which can process any 5.1 channel source for 7.1 channel
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    & Controls 32 Front Panel 32 Back Panel 34 Remote Control 36 Basic Receiver LCD Screens 37 Receiver MAIN Screen 37 Receiver SUB Screen 38 Display 39 Setting Up for Surround Sound ........ 40 SPEAKER SYSTEMS 41 CHANNEL LEVEL (channel balance 43 SPEAKER DISTANCE 44 Acoustic Calibration EQ
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    stereo pre-amplifier 79 Using a separate power amplifier for main room stereo sound 79 Multi-Room 80 MULTI-ROOM connections 80 MULTI-ROOM setup 81 Controlling the MULTI-ROOM system from the main room 82 Controlling the MULTI-ROOM system from the sub room 83 The PIONEER SR System: Operating
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    to the back of the remote control) Cushion for Remote x 4 U-shaped connectors x 2 (attached to back of receiver) • Operating Instructions Preparing the Remote Control Loading the batteries Load the batteries into the remote control as shown below. The remote control uses a lot of power due to
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    remote control unit The area in which you can use the remote control to operate the VSX-49TXi is fairly large. To use, point the remote control toward the remote to leave more than 8 inches of space above the receiver. 8 inches (20 cm) Receiver Opening the Front Panel To open the front panel push
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    complete the TOUCH PANEL ADJUSTMENT setup to use the remote control properly. After that you can adjust various basic settings to suit your personal preferences. 3 2 RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR Remote Setup BACK REMOTE SETUP LCD COMMANDER PRESET RECALL DIRECT FUNCTION ITEM MEMO CD CD-R/ TAPE1
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    also turn the beep sound off. 7 When you are finished with the adjustments press the BACK button to go back to the Remote Setup screen. Remote Control Backlight 1 LIGHT RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR VCR2 VCR3 TV REMOTE SETUP CD CD-R/ TAPE1 TUNER VIDEO SAT TV CONTROL use lock TV CONTROL FUNCTION
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    theater setup you have in your home. 1) Your Home System The heart of your system is the VSX-49TXi receiver and it is very flexible in getting you theater-like surround sound. You can use this receiver with anywhere from two to seven speakers (front left, front right, center, surround left and right
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    QUICK START GUIDE Quick Start Guide Part1 Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. Instruction for i.LINK interface are explained on pages 30-31. 1 Hooking Up Your DVD Player & TV In order to use Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks
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    you must tell the receiver the center channel is off or when you listen to digital soundtracks you won't hear any dialog. This can be done automatically by following the Auto Surround Sound Setup instructions from page 16 in this Quick Start Guide. If possible, use surround back speakers. These
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    Press the SUB button on the RECEIVER remote control screen. 3 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button. The SYSTEM SETUP menu appears on your TV (if it doesn't, refer to page 13 to make sure you have properly connected the receiver to your TV). 4 Looking at the on-screen display on your TV, use the 5∞ buttons
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    by making the settings manually go to "Setting up for Surround Sound" (page 40). Make sure all the components you need, especially speakers, have been properly connected before you do the steps described here. Use the arrow buttons (5∞) and the ENTER button on the remote control to navigate the
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    settings manually select ERR=FIX SP with the 5∞ buttons, press ENTER and go to step 12. If you see an ERR message 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. 12 Use the
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    Guide output another series of test tones to establish the proper channel level, channel delay and acoustic calibration EQ. Again, be prepared for RECEIVER button then press MAIN to access the main remote control screen. 5 Play a DVD then adjust the MASTER VOLUME. 3 Personalizing Your Sound 1 Use
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    this will affect the picture quality. Video Converter This unique feature of the VSX-49TXi allows you to hook up your VCR/DVD or any other video player, and/ or your TV tuner with one type of cord to the receiver while using a different type of cord to hook up the TV to the
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    DVD/LD player using component video cable connections you might need to setup your DVD player for component video output as well. See your DVD manual for details. If you have a DVD-A or SACD compatible player with multi channel analog output, see "Connecting to the Multi Channel Analog Inputs" on
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    PREPARATION Connecting Y our Equipment Connecting VCRs or DVRs Connect the video signal with either S video or composite video cords (see p.19). Use analog audio cords for the audio signal. For components you want to record into be sure to hook up both the inputs and outputs and use composite
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    soundtracks broadcast you must hook up a digital input. Use either a coaxial or optical cable, it doesn't matter which (see p.25-26). We recommend hooking up your audio with analog cables as well (see below). Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power
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    AMP R L IN FRONT L R L CENTER 1 (Single) R R SUB W. L LR MULTI CH INPUT SUB W. PRE OUT 2 SURROUND L SURROUND BACK L (Single) CENTER SURROUND BACK an input other than PHONO. 7 Audio cords Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio components. Connect red plugs to L R (right) and
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    receiver. Connecting to the Multi Channel Analog Inputs (DVD-A or SACD compatible player) If you have a DVD-A or SACD compatible player, or are using an external Dolby Digital/DTS decoder, connect L R L CENTER 1 (Single) R R SUB W. L LR MULTI CH INPUT SUB W. PRE OUT 2 SURROUND L SURROUND BACK L
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    PREPARATION PREPARATION Connecting Y our Equipment Connecting Digital Audio Components Connect your digital components as shown below. The VSX-49TXi has three coaxial, five optical (four rear, one front) and one 2 RF input for a total of nine digital inputs. In order to use digital soundtracks like
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    are not dedicated to one type of component, they can be used freely. Thus you must tell the receiver what digital component is connected to which jack so your components will be in sync with the names on the remote control buttons and the like. To avoid having to assign the digital inputs
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    connecting outdoor antennas should noticeably improve sound quality. Before making or changing the connections IN 2 Y REMOTE IN MULTIROOM & Using outdoor antennas 7 To improve FM reception Connect an external FM antenna. One touch F connector 75 Ω coaxial cable 7 To improve AM reception Connect
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    terminals on the receiver match those on the speakers. Before making or changing the connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. memo • If you only have one surround back speaker hook it up to the left surround back terminal. • The VSX-49TXi has two speaker
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    Connecting Your Equipment Placing Your Speakers Proper speaker placement is essential to realize the best sound from your system. The diagram and tips given here are just a rough guide, for more information see page 109. Also, it is very important for speaker placement to read the instructions
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    connection, the digital audio is jitterless if the connected player is compatible with PQLS (see PQLS p.5). See the operating instructions of your receiver are 4-pin connectors. Use a 4-pin, S400 i.LINK cable to connect i.LINK-equipped components. Before making or changing connections, switch off
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    If not connected properly the receiver will not be able to recognize any connected components. • After connecting an i.LINK-equipped component to the receiver, follow the instructions for both assigning inputs on the receiver (see p.95) and output settings on the component (see the manual that came
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    a source component. (You can also use to select a source in the MULTIROOM Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control. 5 Display (see p.39) 32 6 MCACC indicator (see p.56) Lights when the ACOUSTIC CAL EQ is on. (After the Auto Surround Sound when a component connected to MULTI CH
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    to select the number of channels used for playback (5.1, 7.1, or AUTO). 18 MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE buttons (see p.80-84) Press to use the multi room feature (requires an optional PIONEER Multi-Room Remote Sensor Unit MR-100 or another IR receiver). CONTROL button: Used together with the INPUT SELECTOR
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    POWER AMP R L IN FRONT L R L CENTER 1 (Single) R R SUB W. L LR MULTI CH INPUT SUB W. PRE OUT 2 SURROUND L SURROUND BACK L (Single) CENTER SURROUND BACK L p.30). 6 POWER AMP IN terminals Use this terminal to connect an external control amp to this receiver (see p.79). Remove the U-shaped
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    OUT terminals (connect a TV or monitor here, see p.13 & 19) Use these terminals to output a video signal to a TV or monitor. 13 MULTI-ROOM & SOURCE REMOTE IN terminals (see p.80) Use these terminals to hook up a sub-system in a secondary room. This hook up requires a separately sold IR receiver and
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    receiver on or to STANDBY (off). 2 LIGHT button Use to turn on and off the backlight on the remote control screen. 3 RECEIVER button Press to switch the remote control into receiver mode or to get receiver source for the TV. CH +/- : Use these buttons to change the channel of the TV. VOL +/- : Press
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    LISTENING CINEMA CONCERT CH SEL. MIDNIGHT DIGITAL NR ACOUSTIC CAL. 2 3 45 6 7 1 Receiver MAIN button Press this button to select the MAIN receiver screen (above) when the remote control is on the SUB receiver screen. 2 MIDNIGHT button (see p.57) Switches the MIDNIGHT listening mode on or off
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    Receiver SUB button Press this button to select the SUB receiver screen (above) when the remote control is on the main receiver screen. 2 DISPLAY DIMMER button (see p.62) Use to adjust the brightness of the receiver the tape deck (or MD recorder, etc.) connected to the TAPE 2 MONITOR inputs/ outputs.
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    an analog signal is selected. : Lights when the receiver is set to select an i.LINK component. DIGITAL used. L - Left front channel. C - Center channel. R - Right front channel. LS - Left surround channel. S - Surround channel (mono). RS - Right surround channel. LFE - Low frequency effects channel
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    that hooks up to the front panel of the receiver is connected as in some cases you may need to use it. For more information on the microphone hookup see pages 16-18. 1 2 LIGHT RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR VCR2 Receiver MAIN SUB REMOTE SETUP LISTENING MODE SURROUND STEREO /DIRECT THX STANDARD
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    try different possible settings manually. Use the information below to complete the steps that follow and set up the receiver to match the speakers you subwoofer. • If you did not connect surround speakers choose NO. In this case, the sound of the surround channels is output from the front speakers
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    as above and the bass sounds for the entire soundtrack, which play back from all speakers used. If you selected MANUAL THX in step 2 the Crossover Frequency is set to 80Hz and this screen doesn't appear. 10 Use the 5∞ buttons to select RETURN and press ENTER. Next, proceed to CHANNEL LEVEL below. If
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    setup mic connected (see p.16). WARNING : Be prepared! The test tones are output at a high volume level. MASTER VOLUME rotates to the reference position (0 dB) and the display on the receiver flashes TEST TONE. After a few seconds the test tone is output. 3 Adjust the level of each channel using the
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    the channel level of each speaker at any time by using the EFFECT CH/SEL. and +/- buttons on the RECEIVER SUB screen on the remote control. Start Guide (p.16-18). The distances are set automatically by the receiver as it outputs the test tones. For this setup you must have the setup mic connected (
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    [ 10.0ft ] SURROUND R [ 8 . 6 f t ] SURR BACK R [ 7 . 0 f t ] SURR BACK L [ 6 . 6 f t ] SURROUND L [ 8 . 0 f t ] SUB WOOFER [ 1 1 . 6 f t ] [Return] Setting Up for Surround Sound 3 For MANUAL, Select each speaker with the 5∞ buttons. Use the 2 3 buttons to add or subtract the distance in feet
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    the 5∞ buttons to highlight one and press ENTER. 4 2.4. Acoustic Cal EQ Manual Target Curve: CUSTOM1 Channel [L •SMALL] 2.4. Acoustic Cal EQ Manual Target Curve: CUSTOM1 Channel [L •SMALL] 4 If you're using a MANUAL setting, use the 2 3 buttons to select the speaker and press ENTER. 63 125 250
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    [ 1.Speaker Systems ] [ 2.Channel Level ] [ 3.Speaker Distance] [ 4.Acoustic Cal EQ ] [Return] 1 ACOUSTIC CAL EQ should be selected. If it isn't use the 5∞ buttons to select and press ENTER. You should get the first Acoustic Calibration screen on your TV. 2 2.4. Acoustic Cal EQ Manual [Data Copy
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    receiver as you will use the on-screen displays on your TV to follow these instructions. 2 Press the SUB button on the remote control's receiver screen. 3 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button and use of the settings menus is: Speaker Systems; Channel Delay; Channel Level; Acoustic Calibration EQ. If you
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    Operation SURROUND SETUP Stereo and Multichannel Playback The following instructions show you how to play Dolby Digital or DTS sound sources with the VSX-49TXi. Before doing so be sure to complete the setup procedures described in the Quick Start Guide (starting on page 16) or "Setting Up for
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    the volume by using the MASTER VOLUME buttons on the remote control. On the front panel use the MASTER VOLUME dial. Switching the channels used for playback ( channels for the source, speaker configuration and listening mode you are using. The default setting is 7.1, MAIN Receiver MAIN SUB
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    digital connections (See p.25 & 26) and set SIGNAL SELECT to AUTO, DIGITAL or i.LINK. • Some DVD players don't output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player. • When using DIGITAL IN terminals the following digital signal formats are supported
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    to 192kHz, 24-bit sound formats This receiver is capable of playing back 96kHz/24bit sound formats (such as DTS 96/24 and PCM 96kHz up to 24bit). Besides, when connected to an i.LINK-equipped component, playback of up to 192kHz, 24-bit sound formats (such as DVD-A) is supported. To Playback with the
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    the front left/right speakers, and generates a natural, ambient surround and center sound. For 6.1 or 7.1 channel playback of 5.1 Channel Sources: SX (Studio extension) You can only use this mode if you have setup this receiver for use with surround back speaker(s) (see pages 14, 28 & 41-42), select
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    EX You can only choose this mode if you have set up this receiver for use with surround back speaker(s) (see pages 14, 28 & 41-42) and select 7.1 in LISTENING CH SELECT (see p.50). For true 6.1 channel cinema sound, Dolby Digital Surround EX encoded discs should be played with THX Surround EX
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    sound processing added to accentuate a certain kind of atmosphere or effect (see the preceding pages for explanation). You can choose if you want to strengthen or weaken this effect in the given mode. The following instructions show you how to adjust the amount of effect. 2 2 Receiver MAIN SUB
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    so follow the instructions below. For information about each Acoustic Calibration EQ mode, see page 46. MAIN Receiver MAIN SUB LISTENING MODE SURROUND of the sound. • You can't use the DIGITAL NR mode with the HOME THX modes. • If you set the DIGITAL NR on in DIRECT mode the receiver will
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    SETUP SPEAKER A/B LOUDNESS TAPE 2 MONITOR INPUT ATT. SIGNAL SELECT 1 1 Press the LOUDNESS button on the remote control's RECEIVER SUB screen. Each press switches LOUDNESS mode on or off. memo • You can't use the LOUDNESS mode with the HOME THX, MIDNIGHT, or TONE CONTROL modes. • If you set
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    button on the remote control's RECEIVER SUB screen or front panel to put the receiver in tone adjust Using SOUND DELAY you can slow the presentation of the sound to match the presentation of the video. The following instructions show you how to adjust the amount of delay. 2 2 Receiver MAIN SUB
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    SACD) SETUP MIC DIGITAL IN S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO INPUT L AUDIO R 1 Press MULTI CH IN button on the remote control's RECEIVER MAIN screen. Use the button to cycle through the different multi channel in modes. DIRECT: This is a true playback of the signal from the MULTI CH INPUT terminals, output
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    SEL. STATUS SPEAKER A/B LOUDNESS INPUT ATT. 1 SYSTEM SETUP TAPE 2 SIGNAL MONITOR SELECT 1 Use the INPUT ATT button on the RECEIVER'S SUB screen to lower the analog input level. Tape 2 Monitor If you connect a cassette deck with a record monitor function (a three-head tape deck) to the TAPE
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    channels. • If you're listening to a 2 channel source there will be no matrix decoding (i.e. you will not be able to get surround sound SELECT 1 Use the VIDEO SELECT button on the RECEIVER'S sub screen or the the receiver off when you turn it back on the video and audio inputs will reset so that
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    the fluorescent display. SUB Receiver MAIN SUB TONE BASS/ TREBLE 1 DISPLAY VIDEO DIMMER SELECT EFFECT/ CH SEL. STATUS SPEAKER A/B LOUDNESS INPUT ATT. SYSTEM SETUP TAPE 2 SIGNAL MONITOR SELECT 1 Use the DISPLAY DIMMER button on the SUB screen of the remote control to alternate between
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    some TVs do not handle COLOR BURST correctly. Some TVs connected to the Receiver with component video cords will not display the Setup Screen when the Receiver with composite video cords will display color noise with the Setup Screen when COLOR BURST is set to OFF. If this happens, reset COLOR BURST
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    Tuner RECEIVER DVD/LD STATION 12 VCR1/ DVR TUNING 45 VCR2 MPX BAND CLASS 7 8 VCR3 TV TUNER DISP DIRECT EDIT MODE ACCESS 0 use lock REMOTE SETUP TV the first station it locates. Repeat to locate other stations. For Manual Tuning • To change frequencies one step at a time, press TUNING
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    Tuner Direct Access Tuning The following steps show you how to tune directly to a specific frequency using the remote control. 1 Press the TUNER button. 2 3 LIGHT Tuner RECEIVER DVD/LD STATION 12 VCR1/ DVR TUNING 45 VCR2 MPX BAND CLASS 7 8 VCR3 TV TUNER DISP DIRECT EDIT MODE ACCESS
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    RECEIVER DVD/LD STATION 12 VCR1/ DVR TUNING 45 VCR2 MPX BAND CLASS 7 8 VCR3 TV TUNER DISP DIRECT EDIT MODE ACCESS 0 use lock REMOTE STATION -/+ buttons (or the number buttons) repeatedly to select a channel (0~9) within the respective class. The station is memorized automatically after
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    RECEIVER DVD/LD STATION 12 VCR1/ DVR TUNING 45 VCR2 MPX BAND CLASS 7 8 VCR3 TV TUNER DISP DIRECT EDIT MODE ACCESS 0 use lock REMOTE -/+ buttons to select the preset channel. 4 Press TUNER EDIT to select the station name mode. 5 Enter the station name you want. Use 5 (TUNE +) or ∞ (
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    function on the receiver and sets the remote to the TUNER operation mode. 2 Press the CLASS button repeatedly to select a class number. Each press switches the display: CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C 3 Use the NUMBER buttons to select the channel you desire. To select channel 7, press 7. To select
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    BACK button at any time to go back a screen. • See "Using the Remote Control with Other Components" on page 73 to operate your other components. 2 1 RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR Remote Setup BACK REMOTE SETUP LCD COMMANDER PRESET RECALL DIRECT FUNCTION ITEM MEMO CD CD-R/ TAPE1 TUNER VCR2 VCR3
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    CONTROL 5 6 RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR VCR2 Preset Recall [DVD/LD] BACK ITEM DVD MAKER PIONEER SELECT NUMBER 12 REMOTE SETUP CD receiver. This method should help you customize the remote control for your system and let you control all of your components with the remote control for the VSX49TXi
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    control of the VSX-49TXi all the commands from the other remote control. RECEIVER DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR1 VCR2 ENTER RECEIVER STANDBY/ON DIGITAL MULTI PROCESSING AMPLIFIER REMOTE CONTROL UNIT MUTE FUNCTION TV/VCR ENTER VOLUME DISC 9 6 3 CHANNEL - + 4¢ STATION - + GUIDE 3 MENU TV CONTROL
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    MUTING MASTER VOLUME + 2 Locked symbol LIGHT RECEIVER DVD/LD Remote Setup BACK REMOTE SETUP LCD COMMANDER DIRECT FUNCTION CD CD-R/ TAPE1 VCR1/ DVR PRESET RECALL ITEM MEMO TUNER VCR2 LEARNING VCR3 KEY LABEL VIDEO SAT TV MULTI OPERATION TV CONTROL use lock TV CONTROL INPUT CH + CH
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    make selections from the DTV menu. 7 Number buttons Use to select a specific TV channel. 8 ENTER Use to select the channel specified with the number buttons (not all models require this step). 9 CHANNEL RETURN Use to return to the previous channel. 0 L1 Freely assignable key where you can
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    external video deck signal is not going through the VSX-49TXi. To get around this problem you set the DIRECT FUNCTION for VCR 2 to OFF. Now when you press VCR 2 function button you can control the external video deck with the remote but the receiver does not go into VCR 2 mode. 2 1 1 Press the
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    used to connect the recorder to the receiver. Functions that can be recorded RECEIVER DVD/LD Receiver TONE BASS/ ATREBLE VCR1 /DVR VCR2 VCR3 TV DISPLAY DIMMER STATUS SYSTEM SETUP VIDEO SELECT SPEAKER A/B MAIN SUB EFFECT/ CH SEL. LOUDNESS TAPE 2 MONITOR INPUT ATT. SIGNAL SELECT REMOTE
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    bi-amping the speakers or you could severely damage the amplifier. See your speaker manual for more information. R Bi-wiring your speakers To bi-wire a speaker, connect two speaker cords to each speaker terminal on the receiver. To do this your speakers must be bi-wireable (that is they must have
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    Receiver MAIN SUB TONE BASS/ TREBLE DISPLAY VIDEO DIMMER SELECT EFFECT/ CH SEL. 1 STATUS SPEAKER A/B LOUDNESS INPUT ATT. SYSTEM TAPE 2 SIGNAL SETUP MONITOR SELECT 1 A(SP3A): 1 Use the SPEAKER A/B button on the remote control's SUB screen (or SP SYSTEM A/B on the front panel) to cycle
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    receiver has more than sufficient power for any home use, but it is possible to add additional amplifiers to every channel of your system. If you use additional amps for the front channels take out the U-shaped connectors (see p.34). Make the connections R R SUB W. L LR MULTI CH INPUT SUB W. PRE
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    . You might want to do this if you need to connect more sources than this receiver can accommodate, or if you prefer to use a specific pre-amp for sound quality reasons. You can connect sources to either this receiver or to the external pre-amp (giving you a greater number of input possibilities
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    change the source but forget the remote control it's not a problem. While in MULTI ROOM mode the input selector on the front panel of the VSX-49TXi is able to change the input even though the receiver is off. MULTI-ROOM connections On the VSX-49TXi, connect the IR receiver sensor to the MULTI-ROOM
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    If you hook up a just a power amplifier in the sub room the VSX-49TXi will act as a pre-amp. In this case choose VARIABLE for the VOLUME LEVEL setting. If you hook up a full integrated amplifier in the sub room (such as another Pioneer VSX receiver) choose FIXED for the VOLUME LEVEL setting. CAUTION
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    All operations regarding the sub-room MUST be made while "MULTI ROOM" appears in the receiver's display. Once it DVR 3 3 3 TUNER CD-R/TAPE1 CD 4 When in TUNER function, press the CLASS button and use STATION -/+ to select the station. The display will appear as shown below. MULTI ROOM F M
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    are using a Pioneer amplifier in the sub-room, cally)) there is a danger of this remote accidently controlling the sub-room amplifier (as well as the VSX-49TXi). • Number button (0~9) To prevent this, cover the remote sensor of the sub- room amplifier. Sub Room Main Room EXPERT IR Receiver
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    PIONEER components (and those made by other manufacturers) by pointing the receiver's remote control directly at the respective component. This type of operation does not require control cords. All you have to do is recall the appropriate stored settings (see p.69 & 70). • If you use a remote
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    function button. You don't need to program the power of this receiver (or any Pioneer component) to go on, it will do so automatically when multi operations are recalled. memo • Be sure to recall or learn the remote commands for each component before attempting multi operations (see "Setting Up
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    Press the BACK button repeatedly to leave the REMOTE SETUP mode. Performing multi operations Do the following to use the MULTI OPERATIONS. TV TV CONTROL FUNCTION ENTER STANDBY/ON MULTI SYSTEM OPERATION OFF MUTING MASTER VOLUME + - 1 RECEIVER Multi Operation DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR VCR2 VCR3
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    for PIONEER components, they will go off automatically in this mode. The receiver itself will go off automatically as well. The steps below show you how to program a string of up to 5 different SYSTEM OFF operations based on eight possible components. memo • Be sure to recall or learn the remote
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    MASTER VOLUME + - 1 1 Press the SYSTEM OFF button. The remote control must be on to be able to use this command but it can be in any mode. All the components programmed into the SYSTEM OFF mode will stop and/or go off. The receiver (and other Pioneer components) will go off as well. 88
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    PIONEER" . Remote Setup RECEIVER BACK REMOTE SETUP 1 1 Press the REMOTE SETUP. The REMOTE SETUP menu appears on the remote DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR LCD COMMANDER PRESET RECALL input names for other functions/components. 6 Use the BACK button to return to the REMOTE SETUP menu. EXPERT memo • You
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    specific button a new operation on the previous two pages. For example, you could teach the SEARCH MODE button to be an audio key and the rename it "AUD". RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR Remote Setup BACK REMOTE SETUP LCD COMMANDER PRESET RECALL on the screen. +/-: Use these buttons to alternate
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    7 80 + 2 34 ¢ PAGE 1/2 1 ¡e E - CLEAR SETUP OK EDIT 5 6 EDIT mode Using Other Functions If you want to re-draw the image, choose a new image (for example ) and then • If you try to input more letters/numbers than possible the remote control will beep twice to let you know this can't be
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    press the TONE - button. OK? appears in the display, press TONE +. memo All the settings, including the speaker, surround sound settings and tuner settings will be reset to the default settings. 22 Resetting the Remote Control The following operations allow you to erase the settings stored in the
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 93
    SELECT REMOTE SETUP CD CD-R/ TAPE1 TUNER VIDEO SAT TV CONTROL press the RECEIVER on the remote control. 2 Press the SUB button on the remote control component is connected to which digital in, look on the back of the receiver and check the cables you connected. 8 When you're finished use the 5∞
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 94
    used component video cords (and only if you did so) to connect any equipment you must tell the receiver which device is hooked up with this special kind of cable. If you did not use on the receiver and your TV, press the RECEIVER on the remote control. 2 Press the SUB button on the remote control. 3
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 95
    components are connected i.LINK Input cannot be selected. 1 3 2 RECEIVER DVD/LD Receiver TONE BASS/ receiver and your TV, press the RECEIVER on the remote control. 2 Press the SUB button on the remote control. 3 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button. 4 Looking at the on-screen display on your TV, use
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    1.3. i.LINK Input 1 DV-757Ai 2 DV-47Ai [ i.LINK ] [ DVD/LD ] [Return] 7 Use the 2 3 buttons to select the source you want. When you assign an i.LINK-equipped video component, select the input source to which you have connected the video signal from the component. TUNER and PHONO inputs cannot be
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 97
    or components to your system, etc.). These setup operations use your TV to display the settings and choices so be sure your TV and receiver are properly hooked up. 1 2 LIGHT RECEIVER DVD/LD VCR1 /DVR VCR2 Receiver MAIN SUB REMOTE SETUP LISTENING MODE SURROUND STEREO /DIRECT THX STANDARD
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    (On-screen Display) ADJUSTMENT Use this feature to adjust your TV display if it seems difficult to see all the instructions on the screen. This adjustment basically lets you move the screen displays up or down and left or right to get a better match between the displays for this receiver and your TV
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    peak level for the ultra-low bass or low frequency effect (LFE) channel. If continuing from the preceding page the BASS PEAK LEVEL MANAGER should be on the receiver will show RESUME and the MASTER VOLUME will return to its original position. 5 If you want to continue EXPERT SETUP use the 5∞ buttons
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    between the loudest and the softest sounds in any given signal. Compressing the range plays sounds so the quieter ones are of Dynamic Range Control. MAX: The most Dynamic Range Control available is applied. 3 Use the 5∞ buttons to select RETURN. Press ENTER button. Dynamic Range Control is set.
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    were input from 5.1 channel surround sound soundtrack. There are three OUTPUT MODE settings: THROUGH: the sound is output directly how it Use the 2 3 buttons to select surround back input: YESx2, YESx1 or NO You do this to establish the proper downmixing of surround back channels. If you connected
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    Advanced Setup FUNCTION RENAME Use the FUNCTION RENAME capability to rename the display on the receiver and your OSD for different functions (DVD, etc.). For example, you could rename VCR1/DVR as "DVR-7000". ENTER STANDBY/ON 5˜∞˜2˜3˜ENTER buttons Follow steps 1-4
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    1-4 on page 97, if necessary, to get to the starting point mentioned here. 1 HI-BIT/HI-SAMPLING should be selected. If not, use the 5∞ buttons to select it. Press ENTER. 2 Use the 2 3 buttons to select ON/OFF. 3 Press ENTER button. HI-BIT/HI-SAMPLING is switched to ON/OFF. If you want
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 104
    use the THX Ultra2 Subwoofer Setup to adjust the low end sounds. 1 3 2 RECEIVER DVD/LD Receiver TONE BASS/ ATREBLE VCR1 /DVR VCR2 VCR3 TV DISPLAY DIMMER STATUS SYSTEM SETUP VIDEO SELECT SPEAKER A/B MAIN SUB EFFECT/ CH SEL. LOUDNESS TAPE 2 MONITOR INPUT ATT. SIGNAL SELECT REMOTE SETUP
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    has been specifically designed to of THX Ultra2 technology in order to get optimum sound from your surround back speakers. You choose whether your selected if it isn't use the 5∞ buttons to select it. Press ENTER. 2 Use the 2 3 buttons to select 0-1 ft,
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 106
    5.1 channel sound from two channel sources. Dolby Pro Logic II creates basic 5 channel sound by using the useful when Movie Mode or Music Mode do not give good results). One can select one of them depending on your soundtrack of choice. 106 memo For receivers and components other than the VSX-49TXi
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 107
    Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving Dolby Digital Surround EX This new recording technology is able to play 6.1 channel sound and was developed software using a conventional DTS 5.1ch decoder. This unit is equipped with a DTS 96 kHz/24 bit decoder to take advantage of the higher sound quality available
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 108
    Array (ASA) technology. ASA optimizes the surround sound experience using two new modes; THX Ultra2 Cinema and THX MusicMode. THX Ultra2™ Cinema mode: When presented with a multichannel digital signal (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) the VSX-49TXi automatically selects THX Ultra2 Cinema mode. This mode
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 109
    on the floor. If you do this some of the sound vibration (especially bass) will go directly into the flooring and be lost. Instead we recommend using extremely hard objects (like cinder blocks) or designated speaker stands to support your speakers. Avoid placing the speakers on soft (like cushions
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 110
    Problem IN SELECT output mode (see p.101) use the diagrams here. Find the diagram that sound waves represent the actual transmitted sound and the shaded sound waves represent the how the sound will seem to the listener (the virtual sound). This setting is only achieved when listening to input sound
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 111
    of the component isn't recognized. LINK CHECK The receiver is checking the i.LINK network. It does this, for example, when components are added or removed from the network. The sound may be interrupted if this happens during playback. LOOP CONNECT The i.LINK network cannot function because it is
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 112
    components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. Problem i.LINK Interface Cause Remedy No sound is output. • An output
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 113
    message disappears. • Some TVs display this problem. This is not a malfunction with the receiver. No audio No sound is output when a function is selected. No sound output from the front speakers. No sound from surround or center speakers. • Improper connections. • Sound is muted. • The volume is
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 114
    you're using (p.41-42), and then set LISTENING CH SELECT to 7.1 (p.50). • Check all connections. • Connect the speaker to the surround back left channel output. • The speaker system setting is NO. • The speaker isn't connected properly. • The source has no sound output for that channel. • The
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 115
    Connect the POWER AMP IN terminals to the front channel pre outs using the supplied U-shaped connectors (p.34). Other audio problems Subwoofer output is very low. During MULTI CHANNEL IN playback, there is channel(s) that isn't output from any speaker. During multi channel playback, the only sound
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 116
    manual and change the settings accordingly. • Select the correct COMPONENT VIDEO IN setting (p.94). • Use a component video cord to connect to the TV as well (see p.19). • Connect press the function key on the remote. You can't get DIGITAL or 2 RF to come up when using the SIGNAL SELECT button. The
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    or operate from another position. • Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light. • Connect cord to the correct jack (p.84). • Disconnect the IR Receiver from the rear panel, and set to the other IR Receiver type using the remote control (p.81). • Turn Locking the settings off
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 118
    sure an analog connection has been made between the units. • This is not a malfunction. • Reset the remote control. (Note: In doing this, all settings in the remote control will be reset to the default.) (see Resetting the Remote Control, p.92) Miscellaneous HOME THX 7.1 channel mode is selected
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 119
    Problem-solving Specifications Amplifier Section Continuous average power output of 160 watts* per channel of External Surfaces • Use a polishing cloth or Remote Control Unit 1 Touch Pen 1 Cushion for Remote 4 Microphone 1 U-shaped connectors 2 Operating Instructions 1 NOTE: Specifications
  • Pioneer VSX-49TXi | Owner's Manual - Page 120
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AUDIO/VIDEO MULTI-CHANNEL
RECEIVER
VSX-49TXi
Operating Instructions