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  • Pioneer VSX-53 | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    53 VSX52 VSX-
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    presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is the Class 2 Wiring Cable should be used for connection with speaker, and should be routed away from hazards to
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    operating this Set your volume control at a low setting. • Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion. • Once you have established a comfortable sound level, set the dial and leave it there. BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: • Do not turn
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    the backlight mode 58 Multi Operation and System Off 58 Resetting the remote control settings......... 59 Controlling components 59 11 The Advanced MCACC menu Making receiver settings from the Advanced MCACC menu 62 Automatic MCACC (Expert 62 Manual MCACC setup 64 Checking MCACC Data 66
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    speaker settings ! Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 26 j 9 The Input Setup menu (page 28) (When using connections other than the recommended connections) j 10 Basic playback (page 30) j 11 Switching the HDMI output (page 54) VSX-53 only
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    : ! Setup microphone (cable: 5 m (16.4 ft.)) ! Remote control unit ! AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 ! AM loop antenna ! FM wire antenna ! iPod cable ! Power cord ! CD-ROM (AVNavigator) ! Warranty card ! These operating instructions Installing the receiver ! When
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    rays. ! The receiver is operated simultaneously with another infrared remote control unit. 30° 30° 7 m (23 ft.) About using AVNavigator (included CD-ROM) The included AVNavigator CD-ROM contains Wiring Navi allowing you to easily make the receiver's connections and initial settings in dialog fashion
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    and on for this receiver. 2 MULTI OPERATION Use this button to perform multi operations (page 58). 3 RCU SETUP Use to input the preset code when making remote control settings and to set the remote control mode (page 56). 4 Input function buttons Press to select control of other components (page
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    MULTI-ZONE PQLS ALC ATT STEREO S.RTRV SOUND UP MIX OVER MONO XR MSTR CD TUNER SIRIUS iPod DVD TV VIDEO HMG USB BD DVR HDMI [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] 6 15 16 17 18 19 dB 20 1 Signal indicators Light to indicate the currently selected input signal. AUTO lights when the receiver is set to select the
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    to change the speaker terminal (page 53). 12 MULTI-ZONE controls If you've made MULTI-ZONE connections (page 21) use these controls to control the sub zone from the main zone (page 53). 13 iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Change the receiver's input to the iPod and enable iPod operations on the iPod
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    DVR/BDR VIDEO HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 (front panel) CD HDMI (BD) IN 5 IN 6 IN 4 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 Input Terminals Digital Component COAX-1 IN 1 OPT-1 OPT-2 IN 2 OPT-3 COAX-2 ! The CU-RF100 omni-directional remote control (separately sold) can be connected to the RS-232C and EXTENSION terminals
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    (Multi Zone) ! Speaker System setting: ZONE 2 With these connections you can simultaneously enjoy 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.) R L SW 1 SW 2 C Main zone SR SL Sub zone R ZONE
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    speakers. THX speaker system setup If you are using a THX certified subwoofer, use the THX INPUT jack on the subwoofer (if your subwoofer has one) or switch the filter position to THX on your subwoofer. See also THX Audio Setting on page 71 to make the settings that will give you the best sound
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    left surround back terminal). Standard surround connection The front height terminals can also be used for the front wide and Speaker B speakers. Front height setting Front height right Front height left Front wide setting Front wide right Speaker B setting Speaker B - right Front wide left
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    page 69 to do this. Speaker B setup You can listen to stereo playback in another room. 1 Connect a pair of speakers to the front height speaker terminals. See Standard surround connection on page 14 . 2 Select 'Speaker B' from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 69 to do this
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    5.2-channel surround sound in the main zone with stereo playback on another component in ZONE 2. 1 Connect a pair of speakers to the surround back speaker terminals. See Standard surround connection on page 14 . 2 Select 'ZONE 2' from the Speaker System menu. See Speaker system setting on page 69
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    When the TV and receiver are connected by 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 TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI
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    the TV and receiver are connected by 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 TV Audio at HDMI Setup to via HDMI (see
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    set-top boxes'. When you set up the receiver you'll need to tell the receiver which input you connected the set-top box to (see The Input Setup OUT 1 (CONTROL) OUT 2 DC OUTPUT for WIRELESS LAN (OUTPUT 5 V 0.6 A MAX) SIRIUS COAXIAL ASSIGNABLE IN IN 1 IN 2 (DVD) (CD) OPTICAL ASSIGNABLE IN
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    / L B IN IR 1 IN 1 IN 2 OUT OUT 2 (OUTPUT 5 V 150 mA MAX) CONTROL EXTENSION (OUTPUT 12 V TOTAL 150 mA MAX) 12 V TRIGGER AC IN ! If your turntable has line-level outputs (i.e., it has a built-in phono pre-amp), connect it to the CD inputs instead. ! You can't hear HDMI audio through this
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    on) and the sub zones can be controlled by the remote or front panel controls. Important The explanations for ZONE 3 below only apply to the VSX-53. Making MULTI-ZONE connections It is possible to make these connections if you have a separate TV and speakers for your primary (ZONE 2) sub zone, and
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    is necessary to set up the network manually. For details, see Network Setup menu on page 71 . 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 method may differ
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    ! For instructions on setting the wireless LAN converter, see Network Setup menu on page 71 . DC 5V Ethernet WPS Wireless LAN converter (AS-WL300) Connecting an IR receiver If you keep your stereo components in a closed cabinet or shelving unit, or you wish to use the sub zone remote control in
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    connect to the CONTROL jacks instead of the IR OUT jack. Operating other Pioneer components with this unit's sensor Many Pioneer components have SR CONTROL jacks which can be used to link components together so that you can use just the remote sensor of one component. When you use a remote control
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    find it damaged, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized independent service company for a replacement. ! Do operations during this process. The HDMI indicator in the front panel display blinks during this process, and you can turn on this receiver once it has stopped blinking. When you set the Control
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    the speaker settings and equalization for your particular room. VSX-53 only: By performing the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure, the frequency-phase characteristics of the connected speakers are also calibrated. Once the Full Auto MCACC Setup procedure is completed, the Full Band Phase Control
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    sure to disconnect the microphone from this 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 using The Advanced MCACC menu on page
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    as DVD or BD) which, in turn, correspond with the names on the remote control. 5 Select the input(s) to which you've connected your component. For example, if your DVD player only has an optical output, you will need to change the DVD input function's Digital In setting from COAX-1 (default) to the
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    VSX-53 only: PHASE CTRL (Full Band Phase Control) iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL Descriptions Plays with phase shifting in the low range corrected. The Full Band Phase Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected. Switches the input to iPod/ USB and sets
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    same operation by using the INPUT SELECTOR dial on the front panel or by pressing HDMI on the remote control repeatedly. ! Set the HDMI parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 50 to THROUGH if you want to hear HDMI audio output from your TV (no sound will be heard from this receiver). ! If
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    controls. This enables operation and display on your iPod, and this receiver's remote control and GUI screen become inactive. 2 Press iPod CTRL again to switch back to the receiver controls. Note ! Change the receiver's input to the iPod in one action by pressing the iPod iPhone iPad DIRECT CONTROL
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    the folder containing the music files to be played when BGM is set to ON. 3 When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the USB Top menu. 32 En About playable file formats The USB function of this receiver supports the following file formats. Note that some file formats are not
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    ) and manual (step) sound If the TUNED or STEREO indicator doesn't light when tuning to an FM station because the signal is weak, press MPX to switch the receiver into mono reception mode. This should improve the sound the remote control to service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions
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    settings in Resetting the system on page 55 . Listening to channel presets 1 Press CLASS to select the class in which the channel is stored. Press repeatedly to cycle through classes A to G. 2 Press k/l to select the channel preset you want. You can also use the number buttons on the remote control
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    : Digital music player + Bluetooth audio transmitter (sold commercially) Music data This receiver Bluetooth® ADAPTER INPUT SELECTOR STANDBY /ON ADVANCED MCACC FL OFF HDMI iPod iPhone iPad MASTER VOLUME Remote control operation Wireless music play When the Bluetooth ADAPTER (AS-BT100 or AS
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    remote control buttons. 4 While listening 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
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    can be adjusted using the EFFECT parameter in Setting the Audio options on page 50 . Standard surround sound The following modes provide basic surround sound for stereo and multichannel sources. 1 Press mode. to the receiver operation 2 While listening to a source, press STANDARD (STANDARD
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    or digital sound source. Processing differs depending on the input signal and whether or not surround back speakers are connected. For details, see Auto Surround, ALC and Stream Direct with different input signal formats on page 90 . 1 Press mode. to the receiver operation 2 While listening
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    prevent noise, make the proper digital connections (page 16) and set the signal input to DIGITAL. ! Some DVD players don't output DTS signals. For more details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your DVD player. 1 Press mode. to the receiver operation 2 Press SIGNAL SEL to select the
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    a speaker and improves the frequency-phase characteristics across all ranges. Furthermore, the enhanced frequency-phase characteristics between channels ensure better surround sound integration for multichannel setting. 1 Press mode. to the receiver operation 2 Press PHASE CTRL (PHASE CONTROL) to
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    used, playback may be interrupted when the volume is adjusted from the controller. In this case, adjust the volume from the receiver or remote control. Using AirPlay on iPod touch, iPhone, iPad, and iTunes This receiver supports AirPlay audio streaming from iPod touch (2nd, 3rd and 4th generations
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    control of this receiver. Note that some buttons are not available for operation depending on the category currently being played back. ! Press HMG to switch the remote control to the HOME MEDIA GALLERY operation mode. AUDIO PARAMETER LIST VIDEO PARAMETER TUNE TOOLS TOP MENU BAND T.EDIT GUIDE
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    stations, re-register after resetting. 4 Access the special Pioneer Internet radio site from your computer and perform the registration process. http://www.radio-pioneer.com Access the above site and use the access code in step 3 to perform user registration, following the instructions on the screen
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    content can only be played on media servers supporting WMDRM. Content owners use WMDRM technology to protect their intellectual property device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructions for the
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    deleted while playing content. ! If there are problems within the network environment (heavy network traffic, a connected PC and the setting of such software, network connection may be blocked. Pioneer is inputs 07 About playable file formats The Home Media Gallery feature of this receiver supports
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    07 Playback with HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs Category Extension Stream Sampling frequency 8 kHz to 192 kHz Quantization bitrate 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit FLAC .flac FLAC Channel 2 ch Bitrate - VBR/CBR - a "MPEG
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    terminal. HDMI Setup You must adjust the settings of this receiver as well as the connected Control with HDMIcompatible components in order to make use of the Control with HDMI function. For more information see the operating instructions for each component. 1 Press on the remote control, then
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    from the Audio input terminals other than HDMI inputs. ! via HDMI - The TV's sound is input via the HDMI terminal. This can only be selected when Control is set to ON. 9 Select the '12V Trigger' setting you want. VSX-53 only: The component connected to the 12 V TRIGGER jack can be turned on and off
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    HDMI input of this receiver. Interrupting a direct connection with other amps or an AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause operational errors. ! When Control is set to ON, HDMI Input in The Input Setup menu on page 28 is automatically set to OFF. ! When the receiver's Control is turned ON
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    speakers Fixed PCM This is useful if you find there is a slight delay before OFF OFF recognizes the PCM signal on a CD, for instance. When ON is selected, noise may be output during playback of non-PCM sources. Please select another input ON signal if this is a problem. DRC (Dynamic Range Control
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    , but if the sound distorts, it is best to switch the gain setting back to 0dB. f ! The HDMI Audio setting cannot be switched while performing synchronized amp mode operations. ! The synchronized amp mode must be turned on in order to play the receiver's HDMI audio and video input signals from the
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    setting and status of the receiver. ! All of the setting items can be set for each input function. ! Setting items other than V.CONV can only be selected when V.CONV is set to ON. 1 Press to the receiver operation BLK SETUP (Black Setup) Sets the black level according to the video input signal
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    settings you made in Manual speaker setup on page 69 . However, if SP: B ON is selected above, no sound is heard from the subwoofer (the LFE channel is not downmixed). ! All speaker systems (except Speaker B connections) are switched off when headphones are connected. Using the MULTI-ZONE controls
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    you don't plan to use the MULTI-ZONE feature for a while, turn off the power in both the sub and main rooms so that this receiver is in standby. MULTI-ZONE remote controls Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 to operate the corresponding zone. The following table shows the possible MULTIZONE
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    d ZONE 2 input d ZONE 3 input (VSX-53 only) d HDMI OUT (VSX-53 only). 2 When you're finished, press STATUS again to switch off the display. Resetting the 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
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    , provided they are of the same model as this receiver. The receiver to be operated is switched by inputting the preset code to set the remote control setting. ! Set the remote modes on the receivers before using this function (see Remote Control Mode Setup on page 74 ). 1 Press and hold RCU
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    codes of Pioneer format only). Certain buttons represent operations that cannot be learned from other remote controls. The buttons available are shown below: RECEIVER MULTI OPERATION SOURCE RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI SAT TV CD HMG ADPT USB iPod OPTION TUNER SIRIUS INPUT SELECT TV
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    your CD player. When direct function is on, any component you select (using the input function buttons) will be selected by both the receiver and the remote control. When you turn direct function off, you can operate the remote control without affecting the receiver. 1 Press and hold RCU SETUP, then
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    buttons on the remote control are dedicated to control the TV assigned to the TV CTRL button. If you have two TVs, assign the main TV to the TV CTRL button. RECEIVER MULTI OPERATION SOURCE RCU SETUP BDR BD DVD DVR HDMI SAT TV CD HMG ADPT USB iPod OPTION TUNER SIRIUS INPUT SELECT TV CTRL
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    GUIDE/EPG USER MENU TOOLS GUIDE MENU - d AUTO SETUP e FREEZE g - m - n AV SELECTION o SCREEN Controls for SACD. CD/CD-R/SACD MD/DAT POWER ON/OFF POWER ON/OFF numerics numerics >10/CLEAR CLEAR DISC/ENTER OPEN/CLOSE - - LEGATO LINK - - - - - SACD SETUP
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    USER3 COLOR+ SHARP+ GAMMA COLOR- SHARP- COLOR TEMP EXIT INFO i/j/k/l ENTER TEST HIDE MENU HDMI1 HDMI2 COMP. VIDEO S-VIDEO BRIGHT- BRIGHT+ POWER OFF ASPECT CONTRAST+/- Controlling the rest of your system 10 En 61
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    section describes how to calibrate the sound field automatically and fine-adjust the sound field data manually. 1 Press u RECEIVER to switch on the receiver and your TV. Make sure that the TV's video input is set to this receiver. 2 Press on the remote control, then press HOME MENU. A Graphical
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    the Auto MCACC Setup on page 27 ) and verifying the mic connection. If there doesn't seem to be a problem, you can simply select GO NEXT and continue. ! Do not adjust the volume during the test tones. This may result in incorrect speaker settings. 7 If necessary, confirm the speaker configuration in
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    the Auto MCACC Setup on page 27 for notes regarding high background noise levels and other possible interference. ! If you're using a subwoofer, switch it on and turn up the volume to the middle position. 1 Select 'Manual MCACC' from the Advanced MCACC menu. See Making receiver settings from the
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    can customize the filters used for Standing Wave Control for each of your MCACC presets. ! Standing Wave control filter settings cannot be changed during playback of sources using the HDMI connection. 1 Select 'Standing Wave' from the Manual MCACC setup menu. 2 Adjust the parameters for the Standing
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    Automatically conducting optimum sound tuning (Full Auto MCACC) on page 26 , the procedure of Automatic MCACC (Expert) on page 62 or after fine-adjusting at Manual MCACC setup on page 64 , you can check your calibrated settings using the GUI screen. 1 Press on the remote control, then press HOME
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    'MCACC', then use i/j to select the MCACC preset you want to check. Group Delay VSX-53 only Use this to display the calibrated speaker group delay results. See Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control on page 39 for more on this. 1 Select 'Group Delay' from the MCACC Data
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    you are no longer using one of 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
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    Pioneer component supporting Control with HDMI (page 47). ! Other Setup - Makes customized settings to reflect how you are using the receiver (see The Other Setup menu on page 73 ). Manual speaker setup This receiver allows you to make detailed settings to optimize the surround sound performance
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    're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Manual SP Setup menu. Note ! You can change the channel levels by press to the receiver operation mode, then press CH LEVEL, and then using k/l on the remote control. Speaker Distance For good sound depth and separation from your system, you need to
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    you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the 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 control, then press HOME MENU. A Graphical User Interface (GUI) screen appears
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    . 7 Select 'OK' to confirm the IP Address/ Proxy setup. Network Standby This setting allows the AVNavigator or iControlAV2 function for operating the receiver from a computer connected on the same LAN as the receiver to be used even when the receiver is in the standby mode. 1 Select 'Network Standby
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    want to adjust these settings in order: ! Auto Power Down - Sets the power to turn off automatically when the receiver is not being used. ! Volume Setup - Sets up the volume-related operations of this receiver (page 74). ! Remote Control Mode Setup - Sets this receiver's remote control mode (page 74
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    No sound. ! -40.0dB/-20.0dB - The volume will be turned down to the level specified here. 5 When you're finished, press RETURN. You will return to the Other Setup menu. 74 En Remote Control Mode Setup ! Default setting: 1 This sets this receiver's remote control mode to prevent erroneous operation
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    a different USB memory device. Turn the receiver's power off, then turn it back on and try connect the device to the USB port. When the file is found, software updating starts automatically. Updating has failed. Use the same procedure to update the software again. The System Setup and Other Setup
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    back in. Power cannot be turned off. Press the remote control's ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (VSX-53 only), then press u (ZONE 2 ON or ZONE 3 ON (VSX- RECEIVER to switch the sub zone off. 53 only) is displayed.) The receiver suddenly switches off or the iPod iPhone iPad indicator blinks. Check that
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    is set to On. If the source component has a digital volume control, make sure this is not turned down. If the HDMI input function is selected, sound is muted until exiting the Home Menu. Other audio problems Symptom Remedy Speaker switching sound (clicking sound) is heard from receiver during
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    . VSX-53 only: Full Band Phase Control cannot be selected. Noise or hum can be heard even when there is no sound being input. Can't select some Input functions by the INPUT SELECTOR on the front panel or the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control. There seems to be a time lag between the speakers
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    also Problems when using the Auto MCACC Setup on page 27 ). If the noise level cannot be kept low enough, you will have to set up the surround sound manually (page 69). When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L (Single) terminals. To use a 5.1-channel speaker set
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    speakers' low frequency limitations, no measurable sound Set the remote control unit's remote control mode so that it matches the setting on the main unit (see Operating multiple receivers on page 56 ). Check whether the receiver's remote control mode is properly set (see Remote Control Mode Setup
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    on page 47 ). Select ALL for the Control Mode with HDMI setting (see HDMI Setup on page 47 ). Turn the TV's power on before turning on this receiver's power. Set the TV side Control with HDMI setting to on (see TV's operating instructions). VSX-53 only: Connect the TV to the HDMI OUT 1 terminal
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    be restricted due to the computer's network settings, security settings, etc. When the operating instructions interactive mode is changed, the settings may not be transferred to the browser, causing AVNavigator to stop interacting. Remedy Turn the receiver's power on. (Wait about 60 seconds after
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    the component is properly connected to this receiver or the power supply. The PC or Internet radio is not The corresponding IP address is properly operated. not properly set. Switch on the built-in DHCP server function of your router, or set up the network manually according to your network
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    . Use 100BASE-TX to access the components on the network. When in the DMR mode, depending on the external controller being used, playback may be interrupted when a volume operation is performed from the controller. In this case, adjust the volume from the receiver or remote control. There is
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    receiver manually. The access point's security settings use WEP 152-bit length code key or shared key authentication. ! The receiver does not support WEP 152-bit length code key or shared key authentication. Network connections cannot be established even when the above measures are taken. ! Reset
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    of 0.5 inch using the Full Auto MCACC Setup function (page 26). VSX-53 only: For the volume and sound quality as well, accurate sound field correction using the equalizer and speaker phase characteristic correction using the Full Band Phase Control function (page 39) together make it possible
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    sound quality can be prevented using the Auto MCACC's standing wave control function (page 64). Step 5: Default settings with the Auto MCACC Setup (auto sound connection (digital is recommended) for sending audio to the receiver. See the operating instructions for more on audio connections. Set
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    their respective owners. THX Cinema processing THX is an exclusive set of standards sound depending on the direction from which the sound is coming. In a movie theatre, there is an array of surround speakers -amplifier and power amplifier performance and operation, and hundreds of other parameters in
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    are tailored to apply the proper THX Loudness Plus settings for each type of content. About iPod "Made for iPod," "Made for iPhone," and "Made for iPad" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the
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    , depending on the Stream Direct mode (see Using Stream Direct on page 38 ) you have selected. Stereo (2 channel) signal formats Input signal format Auto Surround / ALC / DIRECT Surround Back speaker(s): Connected Dolby Digital Surround 2 Pro Logic IIx MOVIE DTS Surround Neo:6 CINEMA Other
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    Neural Surround can generate 7.1 channel surround sound from any matrixed stereo source (such as video or TV). sound image at your listening position. Full Band Phase Control VSX-53 only: The Full Band Phase Control feature calibrates the frequency-phase characteristics of the speakers connected
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    of another make that supports the Control with HDMI functions are possible when the component is connected to the receiver using an HDMI cable. ! The receiver's volume can be set and the sound can be muted using the TV's remote control. ! The receiver's input switches over automatically when
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    operations. There are a number of methods, including push-button configuration and PIN code configuration. This AV receiver supports both push-button configuration and PIN code configuration. SSID Abbreviation of Service Set details, see also the operating instructions of your Bluetooth wireless
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    Expert) on page 62 . Manual MCACC setup See Manual MCACC setup on page 64 . PQLS See Setting the PQLS function on page 48 . Phase Control See Better sound using Phase Control on page 39 . Full Band Phase Control VSX-53 only: See Better sound using Phase Control and Full Band Phase Control on page 39
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    lb) VSX-52 13.7 kg (30.2 lb) Number of Furnished Parts MCACC Setup microphone 1 Remote control unit 1 AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries 2 iPod cable 1 AM loop antenna 1 FM wire antenna 1 Warranty card 1 Power cord CD-ROM (AVNavigator) These operating instructions Note ! Specifications and
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    you can't find a preset 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 57 ). TV Pioneer 0004, 0006, 0113, 0115, 0116, 0117, 0119, 0122, 0123 Admiral 0001
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    2070 Xbox 2077 Yamaha 2005, 2068 Zenith 2019, 2076, 2082, 2087 BD If operations are not possible using the preset codes below, you may be able to conduct operations with the preset codes for the DVD, DVR (BDR, HDR). Pioneer 2159, 2160 Denon 2147, 2148, 2149 Hitachi 2144, 2145, 2146 JVC 2127, 2128
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    Concepts 1000 Videosonic 1002 Viewsonic 1017 Voodoo 1017 Wards 1002, 1003, 1004, 1005 Yamaha 1000, 1001 Zenith 1013, 1018 ZT Group 1017 Satellite Set Top Box Pioneer 0126, 6097, 6098, 6145 ADB 6035, 6001 Akai 6102 Alba 6005, 6013, 6011 Allsat 6102 Alltech 6011 Amstrad 6033, 6030, 6044 Anttron
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    Sony 5012, 5023, 5026, 5027, 5028, 5039 TEAC 5015, 5016, 5034, 5035, 5037 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 Additional information 13 En 99
  • Pioneer VSX-53 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
    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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