Pioneer VSX-530-K Owner's Manual - Page 6

Before you start Flow of settings on the receiver Checking what's in the box Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories: • Remote control • AAA size IEC R03 dry cell batteries (to confirm system operation) x2 • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • Warranty card • Quick start guide • Safety Brochure • SPEAKER CAUTION Sheet (English only) • These operating instructions (CD-ROM) Installing the receiver • When installing this unit, make sure to put it on a level and stable surface. Don't install it on the following places: - on a color TV (the screen may distort) - near a cassette deck (or close to a device that gives off a magnetic field). This may interfere with the sound. - in direct sunlight - in damp or wet areas - in extremely hot or cold areas - in places where there is vibration or other movement - in places that are very dusty - in places that have hot fumes or oils (such as a kitchen) The unit is a full-fledged AV receiver equipped with an abundance of functions and terminals. It can be used easily after following the procedure below to make the connections and settings. The colors of the steps indicate the following: Required setting item Setting to be made as necessary 1 Connecting the speakers Where you place the speakers will have a big effect on the sound. • Placing the speakers (page 11) • Connecting the speakers (page 12)  2 Connecting the components For surround sound, you'll want to hook up using a digital connection from the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to the receiver. • About video outputs connection (page 14) • Connecting a TV and playback components (page 15) • Connecting antennas (page 17) • Plugging in the receiver (page 18)  3 Power On Make sure you've set the video input on your TV to this receiver. Check the manual that came with the TV if you don't know how to do this.  4 Specify the size and number of speakers you've connected • Speaker Setting (page 29)  5 The Input Assign menu (page 31) (When using connections other than the recommended connections.) The HDMI Setup menu (page 32) (When the connected TV supports the HDMI Audio Return Channel function.)  6 Basic playback (page 19) • Selecting the audio input signal (page 19) • Playing a USB device (page 21) • Choosing the listening mode (page 25)  7 Adjusting the sound as desired • Using the Sound Retriever (page 26) • Better sound using Phase Control (page 26) • Setting the Audio options (page 27) • Manual speaker setup (page 29) 6