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- Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 1
Instruction Manual VSX-534 AV RECEIVER En Table of contents ≫ Connections ≫ - Connecting Speakers ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting ≫ Appendix ≫ Supplementary Information ≫ Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 2
(ZONE B Connection) 31 Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE B) 31 Connecting Antennas 32 Connecting the Power Cord 33 Playback AV Component Playback 35 Basic Operations 35 BLUETOOTH® Playback 36 Basic Operations 36 Listening To the AM/FM Radio 37 Tuning into a Radio Station 37 - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 3
MCACC 73 4. Audio Adjust 74 5. Source 75 6. Hardware 77 7. Miscellaneous 80 AV Adjust 81 Menu operations 81 Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard 83 Operations 83 Troubleshooting When the unit is operating erratically 87 Troubleshooting 88 3 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 4
AAA/R03) (2) 3. Speaker setup microphone (1) • Used during Initial Setup. 4. Indoor FM antenna (1) 5. AM loop antenna (1) • Quick Start Guide (1) *This document is an online instruction manual. It is not included as an accessory. • Connect speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω. • The power cord - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 5
" - "Firmware Update" - "Version" ( Operation of added new functions p80). If functions are added or changed from contents described in the Instruction Manual, see the following reference. Supplementary Information ≫ ❏❏Firmware Update Procedure ( p6) 5 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 6
operations on the unit such as turning the power off. • Prepare a 128 MB or larger USB storage device. The format of USB storage devices supports FAT16 or FAT32 file system format. -- Media inserted into a USB card reader may not be used for this function. -- USB storage devices equipped with - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 7
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 6. Select "7. Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Update via USB" with the cursors in order, then press ENTER. Setup 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker 3. MCACC 4. Audio Adjust 5. Source 6. Hardware 7. Miscellaneous 1. Tuner 2. Firmware Update 3. - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 8
Part Names Front Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏For details, see ( p9) 8 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 9
"STEREO" to switch the listening mode. ( p49) 9. Remote control sensor: Receives signals from the remote controller. • The signal range of the remote controller is the registered settings. ( p44) 16. BLUETOOTH button: Switches the input to be played to "BLUETOOTH". 17. SETUP MIC jack: The supplied - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 10
Lights in the following conditions. : Connected by BLUETOOTH. HDMI: HDMI signals are input and the and Asian models): Receiving RDS broadcasting. TUNED: Receiving AM/FM radio. STEREO: Receiving FM stereo. SLEEP: volume. 9. Speaker/Channel display: Displays the output channel that corresponds to the - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 11
Rear Panel Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏For details, see ( p12) 11 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 12
A) can be supplied to a streaming media player, etc. using a USB cable. ( p29) The playback function is not supported. 4. Power cord 5. DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks: Input TV or AV component digital audio signals with a digital optical cable or digital coaxial cable. 6. ANTENNA AM LOOP/FM - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 13
to be played. 4. Play buttons: Used for playback operation of a BLUETOOTH-enabled device. If the unit is switched to "CEC MODE" using the MODE Switches between automatic tuning and manual tuning for AM/FM stations ( p37). Also, when an HDMI CEC function-enabled AV component is connected to this - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 14
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connections Connecting speakers 15 Connecting the TV 26 Connecting Playback Devices 29 Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (ZONE B Connection) 31 Connecting Antennas 32 Connecting the Power Cord 33 14 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 15
to select the speaker layout that suits your speakers and usage environment. You can check the connection method and default settings. Use height speakers? Yes • 3.1.2 Channel System ( p24) No • 5.1 Channel System ( p23) 15 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 16
System 23 6 a b 5 Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 1 4 This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals. - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 17
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 3.1.2 Channel System A 3.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of a 3.1 Channel System that includes front speakers, center speaker and powered subwoofer, and added height speakers. Select the height speakers that suit your speakers and - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 18
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Front High Speakers Installation Example 5 4 3´ (0.9 m) or more 2 3 1 6 a This is a 3.1-channel system consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, and a powered subwoofer, with the addition of front high speakers, a type of height speaker - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 19
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Ceiling Speakers Installation Example 5 2 3 14 6 a This is a 3.1-channel system consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, and a powered subwoofer, with the addition of top middle speakers, a type of height speaker. Installing the height - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 20
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) Installation Example 5 4 231 6 a This is a 3.1-channel system consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, and a powered subwoofer, with the addition of Dolby enabled speakers (front), a type of height - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 21
the Speaker Cables 1/2˝ (12 mm) Make correct connection between the unit's jacks and speaker's jacks (+ side to + side, and - side to - side) for each channel. If the connection is wrong, a bass sound will not be reproduced properly due to reverse phase. Twist the wires exposed from the tip of the - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 22
Connect the Subwoofer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ a a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. 22 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 23
- - - 6 ohms or above Select how many speakers you have. ENTER Next • Speaker Channels: 5.1 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height Speaker: --• Speaker Impedance: Set any value ( p21) This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. For details of the speaker layout, refer to "Speaker Installation" ( p16). 23 Front - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 24
Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p84) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels Subwoofer Height Speaker Speaker Impedance 3.1.2 ch Yes Front High 6 ohms or above Select how many speakers you have. ENTER Next • Speaker Channels: 3.1.2 ch • Subwoofer: Yes • Height Speaker: Select the type of height - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 25
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Speaker combinations • Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected in either combination. Speaker Channels FRONT CENTER 2.1 ch 3.1 ch 4.1 ch 5.1 ch 2.1.2 ch 3.1.2 ch SURROUND HEIGHT 25 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 26
on whether the TV supports the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function or not. The ARC function transmits the audio signals of the TV via an HDMI cable, and plays the audio of the TV on this unit. To check if the TV supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 27
≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ If the TV supports the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), use only the HDMI cable to connect with - "Audio Return Channel" to "On". ( p78) • For detailed settings for TV connection, CEC function and audio output, refer to the instruction manual of the TV. - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 28
cable Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ If the TV does not support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), connect an HDMI cable and digital optical cable. If the if the TV supports the ARC function, refer to the instruction manual of the TV, etc. TV 28 Front Panel≫ Rear - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 29
HDMI CEC function (*) that enables linking with input selectors, etc. and the HDMI Standby Through function that can transmit video and audio signals of the AV component to the TV even if this unit is in standby mode. Also, the POWER OUT port on the rear panel can supply power (5 V/1 A) to - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 30
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting an Audio Component This is a connection example of an audio component. Connect a CD player using a digital coaxial cable or analog audio cable. OR b a a Analog audio cable, b Digital coaxial cable CD 30 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 31
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (ZONE B Connection) Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE B) While performing playback in the main room (ZONE A), you can enjoy 2-ch audio of the same source in the separate room (ZONE B) at the same time - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 32
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connect the antenna to this unit, and set up the antenna at the best position for listening while receiving radio signals. Attach the indoor FM antenna to the wall using push pins or adhesive tape. b (North American and Taiwanese models) (European - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 33
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord after all the connections are completed. a Power cord a 33 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 34
Playback AV Component Playback BLUETOOTH® Playback Listening To the AM/FM Radio ZONE B Playback Convenience functions Listening Mode Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 35 36 37 42 44 49 34 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 35
Component Playback You can play the audio from AV components, such as Blu-ray disc players through this unit. Basic Operations TV's REMOTE INPUT or player is connected to this unit using HDMI connection. 3. Start play on the AV component. TV Input selector 35 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 36
from among the devices displayed. If a password is requested, enter "0000". • This unit is displayed as "Pioneer VSX-534 XXXXXX". • To connect another BLUETOOTH-enabled device, press and hold the BLUETOOTH button until "Now Pairing..." is displayed, and then perform step 2. This unit can store the - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 37
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Listening To the AM/FM Radio You can receive AM and FM radio stations on this unit with the built-in tuner. Tuning into a Radio Station Perform the following procedure when this unit is - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 38
, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception. Tuning Manually Note that if you tune manually, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception. 1. Press - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 39
Presetting a Radio Station Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Registration Procedure You can preset up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. After tuning in to the AM/FM radio station you want to register, perform the following procedure. 1. Press +Fav so that the preset number - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 40
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Selecting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors / to select a preset number. Deleting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors / to select the preset number to delete. 3. After pressing +Fav, press CLEAR while - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 41
match the content delivered by the station. 3. When a station is found, the station blinks on the display. Pressing the ENTER button in this state will receive that station. If you don't press the ENTER button, the unit starts to search for another station. • If no stations are found, the message - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 42
audio to both the main room (ZONE A) and separate room (ZONE B). "A" and "B" on the display of the main unit light up. 2. Start play on the AV component. 3. If the unit is connected to the pre-main amplifier in the separate room, adjust the volume on the pre-main amplifier. ZONE A/B 42 - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 43
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ • If "ZONE A+B" is selected as an audio output destination, you can select only the "Stereo" listening mode for the main room (ZONE A) when using the 2.1ch speaker layout. When using a speaker layout of 3.1ch or more, you can select only the "Ext.Stereo - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 44
and call a registered setting in a single operation. e.g.) Pressing the PERSONAL PRESET button will automatically switch the input selector to "TUNER" to receive the registered station. Also, the listening mode and volume level are switched as registered. Perform the following steps in the state of - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 45
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Settings that can be registered The following settings can be registered with PERSONAL PRESET. -- Input selector (AM/FM radio stations can also be registered.) -- Listening mode -- Volume level (Upper limit "-32 dB") -- Output destination (Zone) -- - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 46
Adjusting the tone Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Adjusting TREBLE/BASS You can adjust the sound quality of the speakers. 1. Press TONE repeatedly to select Treble or Bass and adjust the content. Treble: Enhances or moderates the high-tone range of the speakers. Bass: Enhances or - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 47
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 2. Press + or - to adjust the level between "-15.0 dB" and "+12.0 dB". • If you set the unit to the standby mode, the adjustments you made will be restored to the previous statuses. 47 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 48
Sleep Timer Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the specified time has elapsed. Press SLEEP button on the remote controller to select the time from "30 min", "60 min" and "90 min". "Off": The unit does not automatically enter - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 49
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Listening Mode You can change the listening mode during play by pressing repeatedly "AUTO/DIRECT", "SURR", or "STEREO". Selecting a Listening mode • Each of AUTO/DIRECT, SURR, and STEREO buttons stores the listening mode that was selected last. If - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 50
Direct") is displayed, then the most suitable listening mode for the audio format is selected automatically (DTS for multichannel input signals, Stereo for 2 channel input signals, etc.) and an indicator such as "DTS" is displayed on the display. SURR button By pressing repeatedly you can select - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 51
controller or STATUS button on the main unit repeatedly will switch the display of the main unit in the following order. • When using a BLUETOOTH connection, press the STATUS button on the main unit. • Not all the information is necessarily displayed. Input source and volume Listening mode Input - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 52
Listening Modes See the following table for selectable listening modes for each speaker layout. Listening mode Speaker layout 2.1 ch 3.1 ch DD (Dolby Audio - DD) (*1) DD+ (Dolby Audio - DD+) (*1) DTHD (Dolby Audio - TrueHD) (*1) Atmos Atmos 2.0/2.1 Atmos 3.0/3.1 Atmos 4.0/4.1 Atmos - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 53
DTS-HD Master (DTS-HD Master Audio) DTS Express DTS:X DTS Neural:X DTS Virtual:X PCM DSD Direct Pure Direct Stereo Mono Ext.Mono Ext.Stereo Classical Ent.Show layout 2.1 ch 3.1 ch (*1) (*1) (*1) (*1) (*3) (*4) *1: Reproduced with the sound field according to the number of channels of input - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 54
channels in order to widen the sound image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall. Atmos (Firmware version before supporting cable and set the audio output on the player to Bitstream output. • When "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p72) is set to "Off" (Default: On), modes other than Atmos - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 55
version supporting DSur 2.0, etc.) This listening mode expands 2 ch input signals to 5.1 ch. This mode expands actual channels to more channels for front speakers, center speaker and height speakers are installed • When "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p72) is set to "Off" (Default: On), modes other - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 56
channels with additional channels such as the surround back channel using the lossless audio reproduction technology. 96 kHz/24 bit is supported for 7.1 ch, and 192 kHz/24 bit is supported for 5.1 ch connected. • This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p72) is set to "Off" (Default: - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 57
Surround Enhancer* This mode allows you to enjoy sound with a rich sound field, enveloping you naturally without relying on reflections from walls. A virtual surround channel is created to give you a broader sound field. • This mode cannot be selected when DTS signal is input. • This mode cannot be - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 58
.Stereo*5 Ext.Mono*5 F.S.Surround*2 Surround Enhancer*2 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is monaural. *2 Cannot be selected if "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off". *3 Cannot be selected when height speakers are installed. *4 Surround speakers or height speakers need to be installed - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 59
format is monaural or 2 ch. *2 A center speaker or surround speakers need to be installed. *3 Cannot be selected if "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off .Mono F.S.Surround*2 Surround Enhancer*2 *1 With the firmware version before supporting Atmos 2.0, etc., you can select the DD+ or DTHD listening - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 60
height speakers need to be installed. *5 Cannot be selected if "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off". Input Format Listening Mode DD+ Stereo DD *6 Surround Enhancer*6 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is 2 ch. *2 A center speaker or surround speakers need to be installed. *3 DD - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 61
*7 F.S.Surround*4 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is 2 ch. *2 A center speaker or surround speakers need to be installed. *3 Cannot be selected when the input format is monaural. *4 Cannot be selected if "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off". *5 Cannot be selected when height speakers - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 62
Mode DTS-HD HR Stereo DTS-HD HR*1 *2 DTS Neural:X*3 DTS Virtual:X*4 *5 Classical*6 Unplugged*6 Ent.Show*6 Drama*6 Ext.Stereo*7 Ext.Mono*7 F.S.Surround*4 *1 Cannot be selected when the input format is 2 ch. *2 A center speaker or surround speakers need to be installed. *3 Cannot be - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 63
*2 Classical*3 Unplugged*3 Ent.Show*3 Drama*3 Ext.Stereo*4 Ext.Mono*4 F.S.Surround*1 *1 Cannot be selected if "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off". *2 Cannot be selected when height speakers are installed. *3 Surround speakers or height speakers need to be installed. *4 A center speaker - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 64
The Speaker Virtualizer function can be switched between On and Off. p72 3. MCACC 1. Full Auto MCACC Measure the test tone of each speaker and automatically set the optimal volume level and p73 crossover frequency. 2. MCACC Data Check Confirm the number of channels of the connected - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 65
are connected to one input p76 selector. 6. Hardware 1. HDMI Change the settings for the HDMI functions. p77 2. Bluetooth Change the settings for the Bluetooth function. p78 3. Power Management Change the settings for the power-save function. p79 7. Miscellaneous 1. Tuner Change the - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 66
Menu operations Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on the remote controller to display the Setup menu. Setup 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker 3. MCACC 4. Audio Adjust 5. Source 6. Hardware 7. - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 67
OSD On Screen Saver 3 minutes Setting Details When using a TV that supports 4K, video signals input at 1080p can be automatically upscaled to 4K ": When this function is to be used • Select "Off" if your TV does not support 4K. When you have set "1080p -> 4K Upscaling" to "Auto", you can select - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 68
COAXIAL", "OPTICAL" : Assign a desired DIGITAL IN jack to the CD input selector. "COAXIAL", "OPTICAL" : Assign a desired DIGITAL IN jack to the TV input selector. • Supported sampling rates for PCM signals (stereo, mono) from a digital input are 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz/16 bit, 20 - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 69
Setting Item BD/DVD GAME CBL/SAT STRM BOX AUX CD TV TUNER BLUETOOTH Default Value Use Use Use Use Use Use Use Use Use Setting Details selector. Select "Skip" to skip this input. Set whether to skip the BLUETOOTH input selector. Select "Skip" to skip this input. 6. PERSONAL PRESET Information - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 70
5.1 ch Select "2.1 ch", "3.1 ch", "4.1 ch", "5.1 ch", "2.1.2 ch" or "3.1.2 ch" to suit the number of speaker channels connected channels will be output from the front speakers. Refer to the instruction manual of your speakers to make the setting. Set the low range capabilities for each channel by - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 71
set to "Small". • If an item cannot be selected even though connection is correct, check that the settings in "Configuration" - "Speaker Channels" matches the number of connected channels. When there are speakers that have been set to "Small", set the Hz under which you would like other speakers to - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 72
Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 4. Channel Level Adjust the volume level of each speaker is set to "Dolby Speaker". 6. Speaker Virtualizer The Speaker Virtualizer function can be switched between On and Off. Setting Item Speaker Virtualizer Default Value On Setting Details When this is - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 73
sure they do not stick out of the speaker terminals when connecting. 1. Select the connected speaker configuration. Full Auto MCACC Speaker Channels Subwoofer Height Speaker 5.1 ch Yes - - - Select how many speakers you have. ENTER Next The image on the screen changes as you choose the number - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 74
on the main unit's display. Set the input channel to play 2-ch digital sources such as Dolby Digital, or 2-ch analog/PCM sources in the Mono listening mode. "Left": Left channel only "Right": Right channel only "Left + Right": Left and right channels 2. Dolby Change the setting of when Dolby - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 75
. • To name a preset radio station, press TUNER on the remote controller, select AM/FM, and select the preset number. • This cannot be set if the "BLUETOOTH" input is selected. 75 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 76
compatible TV. • This item can be selected only when "6. Hardware" - "HDMI" - "Audio Return Channel" is set to "On" and also the "TV" input is selected. "HDMI": When giving priority to • The setting cannot be changed when "TUNER" or "BLUETOOTH" input is selected. 76 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫ - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 77
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 6. Hardware 1. HDMI Change the settings of the HDMI function. Setting Item HDMI CEC Default Value Off Setting Details Setting this to "On" enables the input selection link and other link functions with HDMI-connected CECcompatible device. "On": - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 78
Setup ≫ Setting Item Audio TV Out Audio Return Channel Auto Delay Default Value Off Off On Setting Details You input manually. Auto Reconnect On This function automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled device connected last when you change the input to "BLUETOOTH". " - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 79
enabled device in advance. For information on how to clear the pairing information, refer to the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled device's instruction manual. Displays the name of the BLUETOOTH wireless technology enabled device connected to the unit. • The name is not displayed when "Status - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 80
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 7. Miscellaneous 1. Tuner Change the frequency step for the tuner. Setting Item AM/FM Frequency Step (North American and Taiwanese models) AM Frequency Step (European, Australian and Asian models) Default Value 10 kHz/0.2 MHz 9 kHz Setting - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 81
You can make the settings on the TV screen while playing something. Press on the remote controller to display the AV Adjust menu. AV Adjust HDMI Audio MCACC Level Sound Delay Audio Return Channel BD/DVD Select the item with the cursor / buttons of the remote controller and press ENTER to confirm - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 82
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Audio Sound Retriever: Improve the quality of the compressed audio. Playback sound of lossy compressed files such as MP3 will be improved. The setting can be separately set to each input selector. The setting is effective in the signals of 48 kHz or - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 83
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations TV's REMOTE INPUT TV Inputs TV HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 When you turn the unit on for the first time after purchase, the Initial Setup screen is automatically displayed on the TV to allow you to make - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 84
time you select the number of channels in "Speaker Channels". Speaker Setup Speaker Channels Subwoofer Height Speaker Speaker Impedance 5.1 ch Yes - - - 6 the test tone. Press ENTER after confirmation. 4. If there is no problem with the speaker connection, select "Next" and press ENTER. To return - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 85
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ 3. ARC Setup To connect with an ARC-compatible TV, select "Yes". The ARC setting on this unit turns on, and you can listen to the TV's audio through this unit. • If you select "Yes", the HDMI CEC function is enabled and power consumption increases - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 86
Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Troubleshooting Tuner 92 BLUETOOTH function 92 Before starting the procedure ZONE B function 93 Problems may be solved off and on the unit and the connected device. • The AV receiver contains a microPC for signal processing and control functions. In very rare - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 87
and then restart the unit. (The settings on this unit are kept.) If the problem persists after restarting the unit, unplug and plug the power cords or HDMI cable of the factory default at the time of purchase. This may solve the problem. If the unit is reset, your settings are restored to the default - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 88
≫ Troubleshooting displayed. CH SP WIRE NG If the unit returns to the normal ON state after "CH SP , and contact the dealer or our company's Support. Audio • Make sure that the speaker setup problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ( p79) 88 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 89
the terminal to which the TV is connected. • If the TV does not support the ARC function, along with the connection by an HDMI cable, connect the TV will be output from the front speakers instead of from the subwoofer during 2 ch audio input of TV or music. To output the sound from the subwoofer, - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 90
Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ❏❏The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN cannot be heard • Since it the main unit, and you can check the input format. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above. ❏❏Cannot select a desired listening mode • Depending on - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 91
Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the TV does not support the resolution of the - "Sound Delay" in the "AV Adjust". Linked operation ❏❏HDMI linked HDMI linking on the CEC-compliant device. Check the instruction manual. • When connecting a Sharp brand player or - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 92
the BLUETOOTH-enabled device, the Send/Receive selector switch may be equipped. Select Send mode. • Depending on the characteristics or specifications of the BLUETOOTH-enabled device, music may not be played back on this unit. ❏❏Sound is interrupted • There may a problem with the BLUETOOTH-enabled - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 93
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ ZONE B function ❏❏Cannot ZONE B-output the audio of externally connected AV components • To output audio to ZONE B, set the audio output destination to "ZONE A+B" or "ZONE B". Remote Controller • Make sure that the batteries are inserted with - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 94
recorders (when used with a Sharp brand television) ARC (Audio Return Channel): By connecting an ARC-compliant TV with a single HDMI cable, signals from AV components can be transmitted to the TV. 3D: You can transmit 3D video signals from AV components to the TV. 4K: This unit supports 4K (3840 - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 95
Contents ≫ Connections ≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Supported Audio Formats 2 ch linear PCM: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Multi-channel linear PCM: Maximum 7.1 channels, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit Bitstream: - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 96
ch driven of 10% THD Maximum Effective Output Power (IEC) 5 ch × 150 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven of 10% THD (European) Maximum Effective Output Power (JEITA) 5 ch × 150 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch 10% THD) Supported impedance of Headphones Channel 40 BLUETOOTH Section Communication system BLUETOOTH - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 97
band(s) (European) 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz (4 dBm (e.i.r.p)) HDMI Input IN1 (BD/DVD), IN2 (GAME), IN3 (CBL/SAT), IN4 (STRM BOX) Output OUT Supported Audio Return Channel, 3D, 4K 60 Hz, 6G, HDR10, BT.2020, HLG, Dolby Vision, Auto Delay, CEC Audio Format Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 98
≫ Playback ≫ Setup ≫ Audio Outputs Analog ZONE B LINE OUT 2 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT Speaker Outputs FRONT L/R (North American models support banana plugs.), CENTER, SURROUND L/R Phones PHONES (Front, ø6.3 mm, 1/4") Others Setup Mic: 1 (Front) USB: 1 (Power supply only, 1.0 A) Specifications - Pioneer VSX-534 5.2 Channel AV Receiver | Instruction Manual English - Page 99
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